💵 Child Support in Florida
Accurate. Fair. Focused on Your Child's Needs.
At Family Matters Law Group, P.A., we genuinely care about ensuring that your children are financially supported — and that you are either paying or receiving the correct amount under Florida law. Whether you're establishing support, modifying an existing order, or dealing with enforcement issues, we're here to guide you through it.
👶 What Is Child Support?
Child support is a court-ordered payment from one parent to the other, designed to cover the financial costs of raising a child — including housing, food, education, healthcare, and other essentials. In Florida, both parents have a legal duty to support their children, regardless of custody or income disparities.
📊 How Is Child Support Calculated in Florida?
Florida uses a guideline-based system to calculate child support, but every case is unique. Factors considered include:
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Income of both parents
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Number of children involved
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Health insurance costs for the child
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Childcare expenses such as daycare or after-school care
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Parenting time split, as outlined in the parenting plan
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Extraordinary expenses, like medical needs, special education, or extracurricular activities
We use Florida's Income Shares Model, which calculates the child's total financial needs and divides that responsibility based on each parent's proportional income.
📺 Check out this video where Attorney Leisa explains how child support is calculated in Florida. [Insert Video Link or Embed]
🔄 Child Support Modifications
Circumstances change — your child support order should reflect that.
If there has been a substantial and ongoing change in income, employment, or the child's needs, you may qualify for a modification. These changes may include:
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Job loss or major income increase
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A shift in parenting time
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Medical or educational changes affecting the child
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A parent becoming legally responsible for additional children
⚠️ Modifications are not retroactive. You must act promptly to preserve your rights.
Nazarena and Leisa can help you determine if you qualify — and will pursue the modification skillfully on your behalf.
🛑 Enforcement of Child Support Orders
When a court order is in place, it must be followed. Florida courts take enforcement seriously. If support isn't being paid, the court can:
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Garnish wages
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Seize tax refunds
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Suspend driver's or professional licenses
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Hold the non-paying parent in contempt of court — which can result in fines or jail time
Whether you're seeking enforcement or defending against unfair accusations, our team will protect your legal rights.
📌 Why You Need an Attorney
Even though child support follows a “guideline,” every situation has nuances. An attorney ensures:
✅ Your support amount is accurately calculated
✅ Your child's best interests are front and center
✅ You don't get taken advantage of by incorrect or incomplete financial disclosures
✅ You're protected in enforcement or modification proceedings
We are especially committed to helping parents avoid long-term financial harm due to miscalculations or missed deadlines.
👩⚖️ Why Choose Family Matters Law Group?
✔ We bring compassion and clarity to emotional financial issues
✔ We know how Florida's child support laws are applied in real courts
✔ We're experienced in both pursuing and defending child support modifications
✔ We help enforce orders when the other parent fails to pay
✔ We ensure that child support is not used as a weapon — but as a tool for your child's well-being
📞 Ready to Get Support Right?
Whether you're seeking child support, challenging an existing order, or pursuing enforcement — we're ready to help.
👉 Schedule a Consultation
📞 Or call us at (954) 904-1020
Let's make sure your child is supported — and your rights are protected.
