Child Support Lawyer in Victoria, TX

Family Law Services for Parents in the Surrounding Counties

Child support is one of the most common and often contentious issues in family law. Determining the proper amount of financial support can be stressful for parents, as it directly affects the child’s well-being, the paying parent’s budget, and the custodial parent’s ability to provide for the child.

Disagreements over support can arise during divorce proceedings, among unmarried parents establishing support obligations, or even after a judgment has already been entered if parental circumstances change.

Need help determining your child’s financial support? Call us at (361) 203-2488 or reach us online to consult our Victoria child support attorney. We offer convenient virtual appointments.

Our Child Support Assistance for Texas Parents

Ashley Weathersby Law can assist you in navigating child support issues, no matter when they arise, by:

Reviewing your financial situation and determining the appropriate support amount under Texas law.
Guiding you through initial support orders, modifications, or enforcement of existing obligations.
Advising you on allowable deviations from standard calculations and helping present these to the court effectively.
Advocating for your interests while prioritizing the best interests of your child.
Assisting you as an unmarried parent in establishing or formalizing support obligations.
Helping you seek post-judgment modifications due to changes in income, custody, or child needs.

Why Legal Representation Matters

Texas law requires parents to provide financial support for their children, and the courts take this obligation seriously. However, calculating the proper amount can be complex, as the court considers a variety of factors:

The income of both parents
The number of children needing support
Healthcare and childcare expenses
A child’s special needs

While statutory guidelines provide a framework, deviations may be possible in certain circumstances, such as extraordinary expenses or other factors that affect the child’s best interests. Legal representation is crucial for obtaining accurate support calculations that reflect your unique situation.

Child Support Calculations in Texas

Texas uses statutory guidelines to calculate child support, generally based on a percentage of the paying parent’s net income, depending on the number of children.

For example, support for one child may require 20% of net resources, while support for two children may require 25%, and so on. The calculation also considers other factors, such as healthcare coverage, childcare expenses, and extraordinary circumstances.

Texas parents may request that the court adjust the standard child support amount if they believe the guideline calculation does not reflect their child’s best interests or their family’s unique circumstances.

Such requests typically involve filing a motion and presenting evidence to support the need for a different amount. Common reasons for a deviation include high medical or educational costs, notable differences in parental income, or financial hardship affecting a parent’s ability to pay.

Before ruling, the court evaluates factors such as the child’s age and needs, each parent’s financial capacity, and the amount of time each parent spends with the child.

Let Us Assist You in Child Support Cases

Our firm can help you secure fair and just child support calculations based on your individual circumstances, seek enforcement of court-ordered support, or pursue modification of an existing order. Modifications may be sought due to significant changes in financial, employment, health, or family situations. Regardless of the child support matter you face, we can leverage our experience and skills to benefit your child while adhering to Texas law.

Ready to get started? Call (361) 203-2488 or contact us online to discuss your case with our Victoria child support attorney today.

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