We've detected that your browser does not support scripting.
Scripting must be enabled to use Avvo. Turn on scripting and reload this page.

Child Support

Child Support Modifications

Child support modifications are usually requested when one parent wants to pay less or the other wants to be paid more. Modifications are most often necessary when the non-custodial parent either has a significant decrease or increase in income. If you have questions about modification of child support, please refer to the Avvo guides in this section.

Legal Guides

Modification of Child Support or Alimony

Written by attorney Donald Criscuolo.

As your divorce concludes, by agreement or a judges ruling, the issues of child support and alimony, if present in your case, will be decided. However, it does not necessarily end there. Those... more
Modification: If you want to pay less in child support or receive more in child support-READ THIS

Written by attorney Bryan Salamone.

An explanation on what modifications in child support are, and how they can help you pay less or receive more.
The Realities Of Filing Your Own Modification For Child Support

Written by attorney Carina Castaneda.

My experience in the child support began with the Los Angeles County District Attorneys Office who use to oversee the establishment and enforcement of child support court orders for both welfare and... more
Child Support Modification During Recessions

Written by attorney John Jones.

The economic downturn over the past two to three years led to a great rise in litigation in Family Court. In many cases, the loss of a job or the closure of a family-owned business caused a... more
How to Modify Child Support

Written by attorney Damon Bivek.

This guide is meant to help you get prepared for a free consultation with me to determine whether or not you will be able to lower or raise your current child support obligation.