Find the best Child Support lawyer in San Francisco, CA

Lisa Murray
5.0 stars 1 review
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 1987
Review: “I feel the need to share my great experience with Lisa Murray. I had been facing a very difficult time with a child support and custody case. After two years of trying on my own, I knew I needed to find representation....
Practice areas: Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Family
Stephanie Kobesky
5.0 stars 3 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2005
Stephanie Hall Kobesky represents parties in family law proceedings involving complex property division, child and spousal support and custody and visitation. Stephanie is also experienced in drafting pre- and post-marital agreements and acting a...
Practice areas: Child Support, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Alimony, Family
Kiana Moradi
5.0 stars 1 review
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2002
Review: “I've used Kiana for several custody cases with former partners and she's been wonderful. Not only is Kiana sharp and able to make a strong case or defense, but she does a thorough job of researching a situation be...
Practice areas: Child Support, Lawsuits & Disputes, Divorce & Separation, Contracts & Agreements
Sarah Arnott
5.0 stars 3 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2006
Certified Family Law Specialist. In my free time, I enjoy reading, triathlon, running, scuba diving, swimming and exploring. I am four-season Team In Training participant having completed multiple triathlons and two half marathons.
Practice areas: Child Support, Child Custody, Family, Divorce & Separation, Alimony
Erik Newton
5.0 stars 4 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2006
Review: “Erik is my family law resource whenever I encounter family law issues in my practice. He provides authoritative guidance and learned counsel. I recommend him without hesitation.”
Practice areas: Child Support, Family, Child Custody, Marriage & Prenuptials, Divorce & Separation
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Sarah Van Voorhis
5.0 stars 3 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2001
Certified Specialist, Family Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
Practice areas: Child Support, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family, Marriage & Prenuptials
Call (415) 390-5072 Message Website
Call (415) 390-5072 Message Website
Paul Nathan
5.0 stars 3 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2009
Paul Nathan is a tough, no nonsense lawyer exclusively representing the injured and women in divorce, custody, and support cases. Paul is based in San Francisco with offices throughout California. Additionally, Paul is a graduate of Gerry Spenc...
Practice areas: Child Support, Divorce & Separation, Litigation, Child Custody, Personal Injury
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Ariel Sosna
5.0 stars 7 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2007
Certified Specialist, Family Law, State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization
Practice areas: Child Support, Family, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Domestic Violence
Call (415) 570-4328 Message Website
Call (415) 570-4328 Message Website
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Erin Levine
4.5 stars 10 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 2005
Skilled, passionate, experienced family law attorney; ready to strategize & implement your solution.
Practice areas: Child Support, Family, Divorce & Separation, Child Custody, Alimony
Call (510) 488-6535 Message Website
Call (510) 488-6535 Message Website
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Bernie Kempen
4.5 stars 15 reviews
Avvo Rating: 10
Licensed since 1993
Certified Family Law Specialist* *CA State Bar Board of Legal Specialization
Practice areas: Child Support, Child Custody, Divorce & Separation, Family, Alimony
Call (510) 648-3843 Message Website
Call (510) 648-3843 Message Website

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Child support

If you are a parent and you divorce, the parent the child lives with often receives money (child support) from the parent no longer living with the child. Unlike alimony, which is paid to maintain an ex-spouse's lifestyle, child support pays for the child's physical, emotional, and educational needs. A child support lawyer can help parents negotiate and calculate child support, either by agreement or in court. While national guidelines to calculate child support amounts exist, you or the judge may choose to calculate the amount based on your income and the child's needs. If you believe you are not the father of a child and want to contest a child support claim, a child support lawyer can also help you determine paternity. A child support lawyer can be useful during negotiations to help objectively determine the most appropriate amount of child support for your situation and protect against paternity fraud.