Strong Advocacy on Support Issues in Springfield, Virginia
State guidelines for child support for salaried employees are relatively clear-cut. The family law attorneys at Becker, Kellogg & Berry, P.C., provide reliable guidance on the child support you can expect to pay or receive in a "typical" Virginia divorce settlement. If you need to seek or contest spousal support or you or your spouse is self-employed, the outcome may be dependent on the knowledge and skill of your lawyer.
Setting accurate expectations is extremely valuable in itself, but you may also have critical decisions to make about what to pursue and what to contest. If you are facing divorce and have concerns about child support or spousal support —often called alimony — contact our proven Springfield, Virginia, law firm.
Lawyers Focused on Protecting Your Interests
Generally speaking, required monthly child support is determined according to the number of children, gross incomes of both parents and the time children spend with each parent. We can help you understand legal options pertaining to special needs and circumstances, and consider the implications of various custody and visitation scenarios.
Self-employment and alternate sources of income are common, and we are adept at uncovering information beyond testimony or tax returns. Your ability to properly provide for children may rest on your lawyer's skill in establishing each spouse's true gross income. You can count on us to pursue a just amount based on accurate financial data.
Skilled Advocates for Favorable Spousal Support Outcomes
If you are considering seeking spousal maintenance, or believe your spouse does not need the level of financial assistance she or he is seeking, the experienced lawyers at our firm can help you. Criteria for spousal support awards are complex, and often require examination of difficult issues such as an individual's earning capacity. Further, the courts have substantial latitude in determining how long spousal support payments will be required.
We are committed to supporting our clients from day one: appealing for or contesting temporary (pendente lite) awards as well as those that may extend for years into the future.
We are experienced in resolving difficult disputes through negotiation and mediation, and yet we are well-equipped for litigation. We can help uncover hidden assets that may increase a child support or spousal award. To discuss your specific needs and concerns, please contact us and request an initial consultation.
