Child Support Isn’t Just About Money

 

Raising a child means covering everyday costs—food, school, clothes, and healthcare.

 

 

Child support ensures your child’s needs are met, even when parents no longer live together.

 

 

Understanding the Income Shares Model

 

The idea is simple: both parents should share the cost of raising the child, based on their ability to pay.

 

 

If one parent earns 70% of the income and the other earns 30%, that’s how the $1,200 is split—$840 and $360 respectively.

 

 

Extra Costs the Court Will Consider

 

Judges also look at medical expenses, health insurance, childcare costs, school needs, and even travel between homes.

 

 

Parenting time is another factor.

 

 

Modifying a Child Support Order

 

Life doesn’t stay the same.

 

 

The court will ask for proof—recent pay stubs, tax documents, or a job loss letter.

 

 

Enforcement Options in Georgia

 

The state can take money directly from wages, intercept tax refunds, suspend licenses, and even take legal action if needed.

 

 

The court’s priority is the child—not the arguments between parents.

 

 

Is It Okay to Agree Without a Judge?

 

Even if both of you are fine with it, the court may reject it if it doesn’t meet the child’s best interests.

 

 

Without court approval, private deals often fall apart—and that can hurt the child most.

 

 

Child Support and Legal Advice

 

A lawyer can help protect your rights and make sure the child support amount is accurate.

 

 

What Matters Most

 

Whether you’re paying or receiving support, your role is important.

 

 

If you're facing child support issues in Georgia or need help with a court order, visit Palumbo Law's Child Support page today. Get clarity, protect your child’s future, and take the next step with confidence.