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Child support payments and emotional challenges

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | May 24, 2019 | Child Support, Firm News

Those who are dealing with family law matters may have emotional challenges for a myriad of reasons. Sometimes, simply dealing with the divorce process and adjusting to life without a spouse can result in depression, anxiety or other negative emotions. Moreover, those...

Do child support payments affect income taxes?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Mar 28, 2019 | Child Support, Firm News

If your divorce decree includes a child support agreement, there may be changes to your federal or state of California income tax returns. The relationship between income tax guidelines and child support payments may be complex, and it is subject to alteration under...

What should you figure out before paying child support?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Feb 15, 2019 | Child Support, Firm News

Californian parents who are going through the divorce process will need to figure out what they intend to do in regard to child support. Figuring out who pays how much is crucial. So is sticking to support payment plans, as there can be strict penalties for missing...

What happens if you cannot pay child support?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jan 27, 2019 | Child Support, Firm News

If you have received a requirement from the state of California to pay child support payments to your ex, you are under legal obligation to be timely and consistent with following through. However, what happens if you reach a point where you are unable to continue...

Do teen parents have to pay child support?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jan 22, 2019 | Child Support, Firm News

Pregnancy can be scary at any age, but when you get pregnant and are still a teenager, it compounds the worries. One of the biggest challenges of having a baby in California is figuring out how you will support it. Babies cost a lot of money. From formula to diapers...

What are some common questions about receiving child support?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Dec 4, 2018 | Child Support, Firm News

If you receive child support in California, then you may have some questions about the process. While the court ordered the support payments and maintains control over the legal aspects of child support, the Department of Child Support Services manages your case. One...

How child support is calculated in California

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Oct 20, 2018 | Child Support, Firm News

According to California Family Code, section 4503, both mother and father or former partners are mutually responsible for the support of their shared children. Furthermore, both parents must pay for the support of the child per each's ability. To ensure that parents...

Are there rules for how I can spend child support?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Aug 31, 2018 | Child Support, Firm News

It is a common misconception that parents can only use child support to pay for a child's most basic necessities such as food, shelter and clothing. The truth is that you, as a recipient parent in California, can use child support for any and all costs associated with...

Can child support orders be changed?

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Jul 12, 2018 | Child Support, Firm News

Sometimes, after a child support order is formed, circumstances occur that cause a parent to feel this order is no longer a good fit.Here in California, there are ways parents can seek to get child support orders changed. One route is to reach an agreement with...

Child support provides kids with necessary financial care

On Behalf of Butler, Thiessen & Metzinger, Inc. | Aug 26, 2016 | Child Support, Firm News

Child support is an important way that parents provide for their kids, though a number of factors can complicate the process of meeting a child's needs. The law firm of & Associates, conveniently located in Stockton, provides complete...

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