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28 West Juniper Avenue, Suite 201, Gilbert, AZ 85233
20830 N. Tatum Blvd, Suite 210, Phoenix, AZ 85050
2929 N Power Rd Ste 101, Mesa, AZ 85215
6314 W. Union Hills Dr., Suite 200, Glendale, AZ 85308
1630 S. Stapley Dr, Suite 212, Mesa, AZ 85204
1967 Highway 95, Bullhead City, AZ 86442
15835 South 46th Street, Suite 136, Phoenix, AZ 85048
40 N Central Ave, Ste 2310, Phoenix, AZ 85004
2375 E Camelback Rd, #600, Phoenix, AZ 85016
7335 East Acoma Drive Suite 200, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
3600 North 19th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85015
21644 N. 9th Ave., Suite 107, Phoenix, AZ 85027
7660 E Broadway Blvd, Suite 106, Tucson, AZ 85710
1 South Church Ave., Suite 1200, Tucson, AZ 85701
3300 N. Central Avenue, Suite 2070, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Child support is calculated based on a formula established by the jurisdiction’s family law statutes. The method for calculating child support can vary across jurisdictions, as laws can vary significantly. Many jurisdictions provide online calculators or worksheets to help parents estimate child support amounts. Generally, child support is calculated by considering:
Child support orders are typically tailored to the specific needs and circumstances of the child and financial capabilities of the parents. Expenses cover a wide range of areas associated with raising a child. Common categories of expenses that child support may cover include:
Yes, child support orders can be modified. The ability to modify the order depends on the laws of the jurisdiction and specific circumstances of the parent and child. Common reasons for seeking a child support modification include:
Failure to make child support payments can result in legal consequences and specific actions taken depend on the laws of the jurisdiction where the child support order was issued. Common consequences for non-payment of child support may include:
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