Child Support
Every parent has the duty to support their minor children.
ENFORCEMENT, ARE YOU OWED CHILD SUPPORT
The Archer Law Firm understands the financial difficulties associated with raising children, especially when child support is not being paid. If you are owed child support or are in need of a support order, you need an aggressive and experienced attorney who will assist in getting support for your child.
DO YOU OWE CHILD SUPPORT?
Owing child support arrearages is a serious matter. Parents that fail to provide court ordered child support may face contempt, punishable by 6 months confinement in the county jail, a $500 fine, or both. Considering the possible effects of nonpayment, it is imperative that individuals who owe support seek legal assistance before being faced with an enforcement action. There are available options to help get your child support payments back on track and save you and your child from further emotional and financial hardship.
DO YOU THINK YOUR CHILD SUPPORT AMOUNT IS INCORRECT?
The Texas Legislature has devised guidelines to determine the proper amount of child support. The court considers these guidelines as well as the needs of the child, the ability of parents to contribute to the child's support, and any financial resources available for the support of the child, and the amount of possession and access to the child.
The court may modify a support order if there is a material and substantial change of the affected party or the child, or if there is a deviation from the guideline. If there is a deviation from the guideline, there must have been 3 years since the order was entered or last modified, or the amount of support differs from the guidelines by either 20% or $100.
I f you are owed or owe child support, or if you feel your child support amount is incorrect, please contact the Archer Law Firm at 713-591-4140 to speak with a Family law Attorney or schedule a consultation. Or visit our Free Case Evaluation.