Child Support Services at The Goodman Law Firm

Child support ensures the financial well-being of your children, but the process can feel overwhelming. At The Goodman Law Firm, we help parents understand, establish, modify, and enforce child support orders with confidence. Whether your case is straightforward or complex, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.

What Is Child Support?

Child support is financial support provided for the benefit of minor children. In most custody arrangements, one parent is required to contribute financially to ensure the child’s needs are met. These payments cover essentials like housing, food, clothing, education, and healthcare.

How Is Child Support Calculated in North Carolina?

Child support is typically determined by North Carolina's Child Support Guidelines, which consider factors such as:

• Gross Monthly Income of both parents
• Work-Related Childcare Costs
• Children’s Portion of Health Insurance Premiums

While the guidelines offer a standardized approach, deviations may be permitted in certain circumstances, such as:

• High-income cases
• Unique medical or educational needs
• Shared or split custody arrangements

A knowledgeable attorney can help ensure the child support calculation reflects the specific needs of your family.

Services We Offer in Child Support Cases

Calculation of Child Support

We help you understand how child support is calculated and ensure that all relevant financial information is included to achieve a fair result.

Modifications of Child Support

Life changes—jobs, income levels, and living arrangements can shift over time. We assist with modifying child support orders to reflect current circumstances while safeguarding your child’s needs.

Enforcement of Child Support Orders

If your co-parent fails to meet their child support obligations, we can take legal action to enforce compliance. Your child deserves the support they’re entitled to, and we’ll fight to ensure it happens.

High-Income Child Support Cases

For high-income families, child support calculations may exceed the guideline limits. We provide tailored strategies to address these cases, balancing the needs of the child with the unique financial situation of the parents.

Modification of Court Orders

Beyond child support, court orders related to custody, visitation, or spousal support can often require modification. We help you request or contest modifications to align with your family’s evolving needs.

Enforcement of Court Orders

If a court order related to child support, custody, or spousal support isn’t being followed, we provide strong legal advocacy to enforce compliance and protect your rights.

Why Choose The Goodman Law Firm?

Child support matters are about more than numbers—they’re about ensuring the well-being of your children while protecting your financial future. At The Goodman Law Firm, we approach each case with compassion, expertise, and a commitment to achieving fair and effective results. Let us help you create the stability your family deserves.

Straightforward Answers to Child Support Questions

How is child support calculated in North Carolina?

Child support is calculated using the North Carolina Child Support Guidelines. The formula considers each parent’s gross monthly income, child-related healthcare costs, and work-related childcare expenses.

Can child support orders be modified?

Yes, child support orders can be modified if there is a significant change in circumstances, such as a change in income, job loss, or increased financial needs for the child.

What happens if the other parent doesn’t pay child support?

If a parent fails to pay child support, you can take legal action to enforce the court order. The court may impose penalties, garnish wages, or take other measures to ensure compliance.

Can high-income families deviate from the child support guidelines?

Yes, the guidelines may not apply in high-income cases. In these situations, child support is calculated based on the child’s reasonable needs and the parents’ financial circumstances.

Do child support payments cover extracurricular activities?

Child support payments typically cover basic needs like housing, food, and clothing. Costs for extracurricular activities may need to be addressed separately in a child support agreement or order.