Support
Support is often one of the most critical questions of a divorce and can complicate an otherwise amicable proceeding. Who needs support and who is in a position to provide it? What kinds of support are children and spouses entitled to? What happens when an ex-spouse defaults on support or fails to provide consistent monetary compensation? What about shared custody? What if you lose your job and are unable to uphold your support obligations? What about the obligations of other family members, caregivers, and guardians?
Issues of child support can critically impact an ex-spouse's ability to care for themself or the children. Support is usually worked out at the same time as custody and visitation, and can be enforced by the state government. Sometimes circumstances change, affecting the availability or appropriateness of support. Whether you're
just getting divorced or are dealing with other life transitions, you need a qualified, experienced, and sensitive family law attorney to protect the legal rights of yourself and your children. Contact Graff & Associates at 215.572.6868 today for more information on your support rights and how we can help.
Child Support
In family law and government policy, child support or child maintenance is the ongoing obligation for a periodic payment made directly or indirectly by a non-custodial parent to a custodial parent, caregiver or guardian, or the government, for the care and support of children of a relationship or marriage that has been terminated.