Decreasing Child Support
There are many components of a divorce process that must be completed in order to finalize the separation. One of the most important parts of any divorce is creating a custody and child support agreement. Single parents need child support to stay financially stable while raising a child. Once child support amounts are decided on, many people believe they are permanent but that is not the case. You can modify child support payments if one of the parent’s financial situation changes.
If you are required to pay child support and your financial situation has recently changed, you may need to decrease payment amounts. This can be a complicated process, but with the help of a qualified legal representative, you can make the modifications you need. Contact the San Jose divorce lawyers of the Law Office of Daniel Jensen, P.C. today at 408-296-4100 to schedule a free consultation.
Common Reasons for Decreasing Child Support
There are a few qualifying arguments that the state of California may consider acceptable for decreasing child support payments. Some of the most common reasons child support payments are modified are:
- Non-custodial parent lost his or her job
- Non-custodial parent had a decrease in wages
- Child custody agreements change
- Non-custodial parent develops a disability
The parent has to first request for a decrease in payments before they are granted. If you believe that you meet one or more of the above requirements, discuss your options with a trusted attorney.
Contact Us
Contact the San Jose divorce lawyers of the Law Office of Daniel Jensen, P.C. today at 408-296-410 to schedule a consultation with a member of our experienced legal team and make the changes you need to your child support.
