Divorce is stressful for children and parents alike. A fair agreement or order from the court on the financial responsibilities to their children by both parents will help ensure the children's well-being in the long term.
One parent will often take on the bulk of child care and expenses. Under Utah law, both parents are financially responsible for the financial well-being and caretaking of their children. The parent without child custody will generally be ordered to pay child support payments to the parent with primary custody of the child.
At Quackenbush Legal, PLLC, our attorneys can fight to ensure that the financial burden of your child support agreement is fair, equitable and manageable for your current circumstances. Whether you are paying child support or receiving payments, having Quackenbush Legal on your side can make all the difference.
Understanding Child Support Eligibility In Utah
Child support payments are based on the following criteria:
- Both parents' gross monthly income
- The initial child support arrangement
- Nights spent with the child by each parent respectively
When Child Support Can Be Adjusted
Over the years, your financial circumstances can drastically change, and it may be necessary to adjust your child support agreement. Courts require a significant change in circumstances before they allow an adjustment, such as:
- Job loss
- Long-term medical issue
- Drastic increase in income or expenses
- One parent remarrying or having another child
Want To Learn More? Give Us A Call.
The laws concerning child support can be difficult for non-attorneys to understand. When you work with our team, we will help you break things down into easy-to-understand language so that you understand your rights and what your next steps should be to protect them.
If you are interested in scheduling a free initial consultation with our team of attorneys, call our Murray office at 385-955-3533.