Jersey City Divorce Attorney

Handling Child Support in Northern New Jersey

If you need help in resolving a child support matter in New Jersey, consulting a reputable and skilled divorce lawyer will be of great benefit.  Child support issues can be challenging, complex, and emotionally trying. Having the counsel of an attorney who is both objective and knowledgeable can go a long way in defusing an often highly charged situation. A Jersey City family law attorney at Artusa Law Firm can provide the legal guidance and assistance you need in resolving this very important issue, whether you are trying to work out an agreement with a spouse, make a modification to an existing judgment, or need mediation help for a child support dispute.

During your initial consultation, you will speak directly to a Jersey City child support lawyer about your existing situation. This service is offered to all residents of Jersey City and prospective clients throughout Northern New Jersey.

New Jersey Child Support Disputes

In New Jersey, the court determines child support by "income shares," which means that the level of child support is based on the combined income of both parents. Other factors are considered by the court as well in determining the amount paid and the length of the time period in which it is to be paid. Such factors are the needs of the child, parents' income and assets, earning abilities of the parents, age and health of the child and each parent, and responsibilities of the parents for other court-ordered support.

It is always advantageous to work out child support agreements without going to court but when disputes cannot be settled between spouses, the court must rule in the best interests of all concerned. Often court-appointed set formulas are instituted. However, these can be mitigated by such factors as those mentioned above and child custody.  Having an attorney whose focus is New Jersey family law is vital in these legal proceedings.

To learn more about your rights and options in a child support matter, contact a Jersey City child support lawyer at Artusa Law Firm today!