We help you establish, modify, and enforce child support agreements in Florida. We protect your child's rights with effective, clear, and personalized representation.
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In Florida, both parents have a legal obligation to contribute to their children's financial well-being, regardless of whether they were married, divorced, or never lived together. Child support is a right of the child, not an optional benefit.
Florida uses specific guidelines to calculate amounts, but every case has unique circumstances. An experienced attorney ensures that income is properly documented, all child-related expenses are included, and the final result is fair for your family.
At Luis Morales Legal, PLLC, we have helped hundreds of Hispanic families in Orlando and Central Florida obtain and enforce fair child support orders. Our team explains every step in your language, without legal jargon.
Florida's Child Support Guidelines take into account these key factors:
All gross income is considered: wages, tips, commissions, rental income, benefits, and other sources.
The percentage of time each parent spends with the child directly affects the child support amount.
The cost of the child's health insurance and extraordinary medical expenses are included in the calculation.
Child care expenses, daycare needed to maintain employment, and school-related activities are also considered.
From initial evaluation to enforcing the order, we are with you throughout.
We review both parties' income, the time-sharing agreement, and all child-related needs to determine the correct amount under Florida law.
We first seek a mutually beneficial agreement. If that's not possible, we represent your interests firmly before the family court.
Once the order is in place, we advise you on how to enforce it and what to do if the other parent fails to comply, including available enforcement measures.
Life circumstances change: a new job, a reduction in income, a shift in the time-sharing plan, or new needs of the child may justify a review of the ordered amount.
To request a modification you must demonstrate a substantial change (at least 15% or $50 difference) in circumstances since the last order. Our team helps you gather the necessary documentation and file the petition correctly with the court.
We can also help you enforce an existing order if the other parent is not paying what was agreed.
Job loss, significant pay increase or decrease for either parent.
Modification of the parenting plan that alters each parent's percentage of time.
Extraordinary medical expenses, special education, or other needs arising after the agreement.
The paying parent starts a new business, changes careers, or loses additional income sources.
Florida uses the Child Support Guidelines, which consider: the gross income of both parents, the time-sharing arrangement, the cost of the child's health insurance, child care costs, and other child-related expenses. The calculation is mandated by law, although a judge may adjust it in exceptional circumstances.
In Florida, child support generally continues until the child turns 18 or graduates from high school, whichever is later (maximum age 19). It may extend if the child has a disability requiring ongoing care.
Yes. You can petition for a modification if you demonstrate a substantial, permanent, and involuntary change in circumstances — such as job loss, significant income change, change in time-sharing, or new needs of the child. The change must be at least 15% or $50.
Florida has strong enforcement mechanisms: income withholding from wages, driver's license suspension, tax refund interception, credit bureau reporting, and contempt of court which can result in fines or arrest. Contact us to help you enforce your order.
It is not legally required, but it is highly recommended. An attorney ensures that both parties' incomes are accurately reported, all child-related expenses are included, and your rights are fully protected in the final agreement.
Establishing or modifying child support doesn't have to be a long or confusing process. With the right team, you can obtain a fair result that protects your child's well-being and respects your rights as a parent.
At Luis Morales Legal, PLLC we explain everything in plain language with full cost transparency. Call today for a free consultation.
Call now at (321) 324-5454 for a clear and honest assessment of your child support case.
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