With today’s economy and job market, unexpected, significant decreases in income can be a reason to request modification of your child support order.
If you have lost your job or received a decrease in your salary and are having problems meeting your child support requirement, you can ask the court to modify the amount of the child support owed in the future.
You must explain the major and unavoidable drop in your financial situation and why the change would be fair. Most courts are receptive to making necessary changes when you experience a financial setback.
If you have experienced a financial setback and need help with your child support payments, contact a compassionate and aggressive Orange County Family Law attorney who is committed to helping you in a way that best serves the needs of you and your children.
