Financial Support for Children and Spouses
Two of the main decisions that must be made when spouses decide to divorce involve child support and alimony (formally known in Florida as spousal support). If there are children, will child support be paid? How much? Should one spouse pay alimony to the other?
Brandt & Feinberg is a professional law firm with a focus on providing effective legal representation in divorce cases, including those in which child support and spousal support are points of conflict.
Our family law practice is led by attorney Lee Feinberg, who has more than 15 years' experience as a family law lawyer in Florida. We are known as a law firm where our clients come first. We understand that every divorce case is different. Our clients come to us with unique problems and concerns, and we employ creative problem-solving techniques to find solutions that match our clients' needs.
Child Support Calculations in Florida
In Florida, child support is determined based on fairly strict guidelines. Child support calculations are made according to a mathematical formula that takes into consideration the parents' income, the type of child custody arrangement, and the number of children.
When determining child support amounts, it is critically important to have a complete and accurate picture of each parent's income. At Brandt & Feinberg, we have advanced experience with Florida's child support guidelines and how to investigate the parents' financial circumstances. We work hard to ensure that any income sources your ex may be hiding are brought to light and used according to the law to calculate child support.
Spousal Support in Florida
Unlike child support, calculation of alimony in Florida divorce cases does not proceed according to strict guidelines. In the realm of alimony, spouses — and the family court judges — have more leeway to craft an alimony award that fits the parties' unique circumstances.
Awards of alimony are becoming more rare in Florida divorces. Permanent alimony may be awarded under circumstances where the marriage was long, where one spouse's education level or earning potential is much lower than the other spouse's, and in other situations where an award of alimony would help create a fair divorce agreement.
Get More Information About Child Support and Alimony in Florida
Additional guidance on the topics of child support and alimony are available on the following pages of our Web site:
Seek Early Legal Advice If You Are Thinking of Divorce
Early legal help is very important in divorce cases, especially if you believe that child support or alimony will be major points of conflict. An early and clear explanation of Florida's child support and alimony laws can help you make sound decisions as you begin the process of separating from your spouse.
For that reason, Brandt & Feinberg offers all clients a free, and confidential, initial consultation. To make an appointment with one of our lawyers, call 772-398-4666, or contact us online.
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