Child Support/Spousal Support

Pasadena Child Support Attorney

In California, child support is set by formulas in the statutes. The amount of child support depends on the incomes of the parents and the time the child stays with each parent, adjusted for factors such as the cost of health insurance, retirement contributions, and other costs. The child support payment can rise or fall when these factors change.

The Law Offices of Young & Young believes that parents receiving child support should receive all of the support they are entitled to. We also believe that persons paying child support should not have to pay more than the law requires.

Call us at (626) 683-8750 to discuss your concerns in a free telephone consultation.

Our firm advises and represents clients in matters involving:

• Determination of the proper child support level
• Modifications in child support
• Enforcement of child support orders
• Collection of back child support
• Paternity as it relates to child support

Our goal is to resolve child support matters quickly, fairly, and cost-effectively.

San Gabriel Spousal Support Lawyer

The payment of spousal support (alimony) may or may not be part of a divorce settlement depending on circumstances. California law mandates permanent spousal support in cases involving long-term marriages where one spouse lacks the education or job experience needed to support herself or himself. The Court may also require temporary support for a period of time.

In other cases, spousal support can be obtained through the negotiation of an overall settlement that includes division of community property. In this situation, there are several factors to be considered, including the personal needs of the spouses, tax considerations, and whether to seek a lump sum division of assets rather than payment of spousal support over time. The Law Offices of Young & Young can discuss these factors with you, help you determine your true needs, and then work to achieve your goals.

For a free initial consultation with the Law Offices of Young & Young, call (626) 683-8750, or contact us online. Our firm has offices in Pasadena, California, and serves clients throughout the San Gabriel Valley and the greater Los Angeles area.