Trusted Child Support Lawyers In La Porte
Ensuring children receive the financial support they need and deserve is crucial for their well-being. At Rodriguez Law Firm, Inc., our skilled child support attorneys in La Porte fight to establish fair and appropriate child support orders that protect your child’s interests. We understand the emotional complexities of these cases and provide compassionate guidance throughout the process.
Former Prosecutors Protecting Your Interests
Our lawyers, Mladenka Rodriguez and Frank Rodriguez, each have over four years of experience as former prosecutors. This insider knowledge gives us a unique advantage in child support and family law cases, as we understand how the other side operates and can formulate effective strategies to advocate for you and your children. With many positive online reviews, we’ve established a reputation for tenacious representation.
Our Full-Service Child Support Practice
Whether you need to establish an initial child support order, modify an existing one due to changed circumstances or enforce a violation of court orders, we at Rodriguez Law can help. Our child support services include:
- Child support establishment
- Child support modifications
- Enforcement of child support orders
- Defense against unfair child support demands
No matter what child support issue you face, our attorneys will strategically represent your interests.
What To Expect In An Indiana Child Support Case
Child support cases consider numerous factors, including each parent’s income, child care costs, medical expenses and more. Our attorneys will guide you through the entire process, from filing initial petitions to potential appeals if needed. We’ll fight to ensure the child support order is fair and in your child’s best interest.
Compassionate. Affordable. Effective.
At Rodriguez Law, we understand the immense impact child support can have on families. That’s why we go above and beyond, treating every client like family. Our team provides affordable pricing, compassionate service and effective representation through attorneys who truly listen. With over eight years of combined experience, we have the knowledge and tenacity to help you achieve your legal goals.
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support In Indiana
Child support can become a hotly contested issue between parents. It helps to be as informed as possible. Here are the answers to some common concerns:
How is child support calculated in Indiana?
Child support is determined using the Indiana Child Support Guidelines and Child Support Calculator. It starts by determining each parent’s gross income, including wages, commissions, bonuses and other sources. Adjustments are then made to each parent’s income for certain expenses, after which the income of both parents is added together. Each parent’s share of the total cost of supporting their children, including any allowances for child care or health insurance premiums, is then calculated.
What happens to child support arrangements if the custodial parent decides to move to a different state?
Thanks to the Uniform Interstate Family Support Act (UIFSA), it is generally easy to continue to enforce the existing support order. The existing support order will not change unless a parent petitions the court for a modification and the modification is approved.
How does the court determine child support if the parent’s income is unpredictable, such as in the case of freelancers or entrepreneurs?
Typically, the court will then average a parent’s income over a certain period, such as the previous 12 months or the prior year. That helps get an accurate view of the parent’s true earning capacity and helps make sure the child’s needs are consistently met. If a self-employed parent’s income drastically changes (for the better or worse), then a petition for a modification of support may be appropriate.
How are child support payments affected if the paying parent goes to prison?
When a paying parent goes to prison, their child support payments do not automatically terminate. Instead, the imprisoned parent must file a petition with the court to ask for their support to be modified to reflect their reduced income. If an incarcerated parent does not take this step, they will generally remain liable for any past-due support that accrues.
Get A Tenacious Child Support Attorney On Your Side Today
Child support issues can be complex, but you don’t have to face them alone. Contact Rodriguez Law at 219-444-4322 or contact us through an online form to schedule a consultation and learn how our former prosecutor attorneys can advocate for you. We’ll protect your rights and your child’s well-being every step of the way.
