When to request child support modification
The Texas Attorney General reported 1.5 million child support cases in the state as of 2022. Child support provides financial assistance for the upbringing of children after the dissolution of a marriage or partnership. These orders depend on the circumstances at the...
What factors determine child support in Texas?
Even though raising a child can be a rewarding experience, it can also be tremendously expensive. In fact, the U.S. Department of Agriculture projects the cost to raise a child from birth to 18 is more than $233,000. This estimate averages out to nearly $13,000 per...
Modifying child support in Texas
When you have a Texas child support arrangement in place, the paying parent has an obligation to make those payments in full unless the order undergoes modification. Certain life circumstances may warrant a review of your existing child support order. However, your...