Child Support

At Medina Family Law Associates, we help clients address the difficult and often contested issue of child support.

Do you have questions about child support? Is child support already in place but the other parents are not paying? 

If you share custody of common children or are facing a divorce with minor children, one of the main issues you will need to address is child support. After parenting time is determined, it is likely one parent will need to make payments to the other. But it can be difficult to understand what your rights and responsibilities are under child support laws, so it is important to work with an attorney who will guide you through the legal complexities.

At Medina Family Law Associates, we help clients address the difficult and often contested issue of child support. In Arizona, child support is calculated by a statutory formula that takes into account a range of factors. The amount of child support you pay or receive will be determined by the percentage of parenting time, medical insurance costs, day care costs, education costs, parental income and a variety of other factors.

Child support laws are created to ensure that children continue to receive the financial support they need and deserve after parents’ divorce or separate. But most parents find they have questions and concerns in this area. When you work with our law firm, we will make sure that you have a clear understanding of your rights and will work to protect the financial needs of your children as well as your own financial rights. Our firm is experience at handling child support establishments, child support arrears, child support deviations, child support modifications and enforcement for unpaid support. 

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Key Financial Factors for Determining Child Support in Arizona

Arizona child support guidelines, outlined in A.R.S. § 25-320, aim to provide fair and consistent support for children’s needs. Several key financial factors are considered when calculating child support:

  1. Gross Income of Both Parents: This includes wages, salaries, self-employment income, and other earnings.
  2. Parenting Time: The amount of time each parent spends with the child affects support calculations.
  3. Childcare Costs: Expenses for daycare and education may be included.
  4. Medical Costs: Health insurance and medical expenses are considered essential.

Arizona courts use these factors to determine a fair support amount, ensuring the child’s financial well-being is prioritized.

If calculating child support, a review of the Arizona Child Support Guidelines will be necessary, which establish a consistent method for calculating support based on both parents’ incomes, the child’s needs, and other key factors. These guidelines ensure that child support amounts are fair and adequate, and align with Arizona law to help cover expenses like housing, food, education, and medical care. To review the Guidelines, please click the button below.

AZ Child Support Guidelines
Speak with us today so we can discuss the specific child support factors of your case by calling 623-935-2870