Child Support Lawyer in Houston, Texas
When the other parent stops paying child support, it feels like a betrayal of trust and a failure to meet your child’s basic needs. You’re often left to shoulder the financial burden, which makes you feel overwhelmed and helpless, wondering how to provide for your child’s basic needs. The worst part is that the child is the one who ultimately suffers the most, caught in the middle of a situation they didn’t ask for.
Tenacious Pursuit of Support for Your Child
The Law Office of Brad Medland offers aggressive and persistent legal representation for victims of child support disputes. As an experienced family law attorney, Brad and his team can assist a parent in getting the child support process started by filing the necessary legal documents, helping to determine the appropriate amount of support based on the state guidelines, and advocating for their client’s rights and interests in court.
We Handle All Types of Child-Centered
Divorce Cases
We have the experience, legal team, and resources necessary to take on a wide range of child custody cases across the Greater Houston, Texas area.
Frequently Asked Questions About Child Support
Child support in Texas is calculated using a formula based on the income of both parents and the number of children involved.
If a parent fails to pay child support in Texas, they may be subject to enforcement actions such as wage garnishment, interception of tax refunds, and even incarceration in some cases.
In general, child support in Texas must be paid until the child turns 18 or graduates from high school, whichever occurs later.
While it is possible to represent yourself in a child support case in Texas, it is generally recommended to seek the guidance and representation of an experienced child support attorney to ensure your rights and interests are protected throughout the process.