Supporting Your Children’s Future, One Step at a Time
The well-being of your children is of the utmost importance, and during a divorce, this is no exception. Not only must you consider how the separation will impact you emotionally, but you must also think about how it will affect your children financially. This is where the experienced and compassionate team at Spodek Law Group comes in, providing you with the guidance you need to create a child support arrangement that works for everyone involved.
Ensuring Your Children’s Well-Being, Every Step of the Way
When going through a divorce, it’s not only important to consider how it will impact you emotionally, but also how it will affect your children financially. This is where the knowledgeable and compassionate team at Spodek Law Group comes in, offering you the guidance and support you need to create a child support arrangement that works for everyone involved.
Unwavering Commitment to Your Children’s Future
With years of experience in all aspects of family law, attorney Todd Spodek and his team at Spodek Law Group are dedicated to ensuring that your children receive the financial support they deserve. Whether you need help understanding child support guidelines, mediating child support settlements, or navigating the enforcement or modification of child support orders, our team is here for you.
We understand that each family’s situation is unique, which is why we take the time to get to know you and your circumstances. We will help you understand the basis and structure of the general child support guidelines established by New Jersey law and how they apply to your family, and then guide you in obtaining support payments that best accommodate your financial situation and provide for your child’s needs.
Life can change and financial problems may arise, which is why we are here to help you modify your child support order if necessary, so that you and your former spouse more equitably share in the expenses of raising your child.
Comprehensive Child Support Services
With years of experience practicing in all aspects of family law, attorney Todd Spodek and his team at Spodek Law Group are dedicated to ensuring that your children receive the financial support they deserve. Whether you need help understanding child support guidelines, mediating child support settlements, or navigating the enforcement or modification of child support orders, our team is here to help.
We understand that each family’s situation is unique, and that’s why we take the time to get to know you and your circumstances. We will help you understand the basis and structure of the general child support guidelines established by New Jersey law and how they apply to your family, and then guide you in obtaining support payments that best accommodate your financial circumstances and provide for your child’s needs.
If litigation is necessary to ensure that your child receives fair financial support from both parents, our team will methodically prepare and represent you in court to assist you in obtaining a support arrangement that meets your child’s needs. And if your spouse has fallen behind on child support payments, we will help you through the process of enforcing the order, so that your child receives the support they are entitled to.’
Life can change and financial problems may arise, putting you in a different financial situation than when you and your spouse divorced. In these cases, we can help you modify your child support order, so that you and your former spouse more equitably share in the expenses of raising your child.
Establishing Child Support in the Garden State: Understanding the Process in New Jersey
When it comes to child support, the State of New Jersey holds no discrimination between parents who were married and later divorced or those who never tied the knot. The law is crafted to prioritize the welfare of the child as a paramount concern, regardless of the parents’ relationship status.
So, what factors are taken into account when determining the appropriate amount of child support in New Jersey? The court considers a wide range of necessities to support the child’s well-being, including but not limited to:
- Providing the essentials: food, clothing, and shelter
- Maintaining a healthy lifestyle: health insurance coverage
- Investing in their future: basic education expenses
- Caring for their needs: childcare costs
- Unexpected medical expenses: costs beyond regular health insurance
- Fostering a relationship: travel expenses related to visitation
And, in case there are any other circumstances that impact the child’s best interests, the court will take those into consideration as well.
At Spodek Law Group, our experienced attorney Todd Spodek is well-versed in New Jersey child support laws and can guide you through the complex process of establishing a fair and appropriate support arrangement for your children.
Enforcing Child Support Obligations in New Jersey
For non-custodial parents in New Jersey, it’s a legal requirement to provide financial support to their children. This can be done either directly to the custodial parent, or through the state’s Child Support Enforcement Program, administered by the Office of Probation Services. This department is empowered to enforce child support payments if the non-custodial parent fails to make the required payments.
It’s crucial for non-custodial parents to understand that even if they fall behind on their payments, they are still required to make the necessary child support payments. The failure to do so can result in severe consequences, including arrest warrants, license suspensions, income withholding, and even a negative impact on their credit report.
Consequences of Unpaid Child Support
In New Jersey, a non-custodial parent who fails to meet their child support obligations can face a range of serious consequences. These may include:
Arrest warrants
Driver’s license suspension
Income withholding
Negative mark on credit report
Denial of passport application
Seizure of tax refund
Professional or recreational license suspension
Court enforcement
Order of immediate repayment
At the Spodek Law Group, we understand the importance of ensuring that children receive the support they need. Our attorney, Todd Spodek, can help you navigate the legal requirements for child support payments, and ensure that your rights are protected.
Schedule a Free Consultation Today
If you’re facing a problem that is affecting your child support arrangement, don’t wait to seek help. Our New Jersey child support lawyers are here to help, and we’re just a phone call away. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation, and let us help you secure a bright future for your children.