Child support is for the children

Image courtesy of freedigitalphotos.net

Moral and legal obligation

I hope that we can all agree that every parent owes an obligation to support their children. Legally, we are required to provide care and support from the time they are born until they attain maturity or adulthood, in most states, when they turn eighteen. Morally, many parents feel an obligation to do whatever is necessary to give their child(ren) some form of aid well into adulthood. Although in the majority of cases, when we speak in terms of the child support obligation, there may appear to be a greater financial burden of the parent who does not live with the children; however, according to the law, both parents owe a duty to support a child.

Child support is for the children and not for the other parent

• It is very common for a paying parent to become upset over the idea of paying money to the other parent after the relationship is over.
• It is important that you remember that the money you are paying is meant to support your children, and that is something that you should feel good about.
• On the other hand, if you are the parent receiving support, you also need to remember that the payments are to be for the benefit of the children.
• Under the advice of your lawyer, you can agree to exchange your income information on a yearly or periodic basis, and have the court review whether child support needs to be adjusted.
• This is important if you have a dramatic change in income, or you lose your job.

Charlotte’s top Family Law Attorneys

When it comes to family law, the legal process can seem intimidating and overwhelming. The outcome of your case will have a significant effect on the rest of your life. You need a lawyer who takes this seriously, and who will work diligently for favorable results. You need a Charlotte law firm that has the skills, resources, and knowledge to handle complex legal matters; ranging from criminal defense to family law. Charlotte Family Law Attorneys at Plumides, Romano, Johnson & Cacheris, PC, has a history of serving the community for more than 50 years, and has a reputation for hard work and success. They also handle personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Call them today to speak to a lawyer that has decades of experience, and who understands how the law applies to your specific situation.