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Albin Oldner Law stands ready to offer top-tier assistance with child support matters in North Texas. Whether establishing, enforcing, or modifying a child support order, our attorneys provide expert guidance and representation, tailoring our services to meet the unique needs of your case.
Texas Family Code guidelines are designed to ensure that child support payments are fair and meet the child’s needs while considering the paying parent’s financial ability. The process considers various factors, including the parent’s income, the number of children, and any special needs of the child.
Child support is meant to benefit the child, not bankrupt the parent. We help clients achieve fair, reasonable, and sustainable child support arrangements by leveraging thorough evidence and precise legal arguments. Here’s how we protect clients from unreasonable obligations:
State law recognizes that life situations evolve, and what was once a fair and feasible child support arrangement may no longer be appropriate or sustainable. If the court finds that a significant change in circumstances justifies modifying child support, it can either increase or decrease the payment amount.
The new amount will be calculated based on the state’s child support guidelines, considering the parents’ income, the number of children, and other relevant factors.
If a parent fails to meet child support obligations, enforcement actions may be necessary. A Frisco child support lawyer can support the custodial parent in such instances. The non-compliant parent could face various penalties, including wage garnishment, asset seizure, or criminal charges.
Texas allows for retroactive child support, also known as back child support, to cover past expenses incurred by the custodial parent for raising the child, potentially extending back to the child’s birth.
Courts consider various factors when deciding on retroactive child support, such as the non-custodial parent’s (NCP) awareness of their paternity or support obligations, any previous support provided, attempts by the custodial parent to notify the NCP of support obligations, and the NCP’s financial capability to pay without hardship.
Typically, Texas courts may order retroactive child support for up to four years before the filing of the suit, but exceptions exist, especially if the NCP actively avoided support establishment.
Here’s a step-by-step overview of how child support is calculated in Texas.
First, determine the non-custodial parent’s monthly net resources. This includes income from all sources, such as:
From this total income, certain deductions are subtracted, including but not limited to:
Once monthly net resources are calculated, Texas courts apply percentage guidelines to determine child support. For one child, it’s typically 20% of the parent’s net resources, increasing with each additional child, up to at least 40% for six or more children.
Texas courts use percentage guidelines as a starting point for child support but may adjust amounts based on factors such as:
Courts may adjust child support payments when parents share custody or when the non-custodial parent spends considerable time with the child, reducing the custodial parent’s expenses. The court considers how visitation impacts each parent’s financial responsibilities, ensuring the final support amount fairly reflects actual parenting arrangements.
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It’s important to note there is a cap on the monthly net resources figure used to calculate child support. This cap is subject to periodic adjustment to reflect inflation and changes in the cost of living.
| As of 2025, Texas’ child support cap is $9,200 per month. This cap applies to the maximum monthly income used to calculate child support. |
The Texas State Department of Social and Health Services provides an online calculator for initial estimations. This tool offers a preliminary overview of potential child support payments based on inputted data. It’s a useful starting point for understanding financial commitments.
While useful, the online calculator is no substitute for professional legal advice. A seasoned Frisco child support attorney understands nuances that the calculator might overlook. Partnering with such an expert ensures your specific situation is thoroughly evaluated and accounted for in your child support case.
Given the complexities of modifying child support, seeking assistance from a knowledgeable family law attorney is invaluable. An attorney with Albin Oldner Law, PLLC can help you understand the Texas child support process and represent your and your child’s best interests in court. Call (214) 423-5100 to get started.
In Texas, the general rule is child support payments continue until the child reaches 18 or graduates from high school, whichever comes later. Exceptions may apply, such as extended support for a child unable to self-support due to a disability, highlighting the court’s focus on the child’s wellbeing.
Understanding child support specifics can be complex. Consulting with trusted Frisco child support lawyers ensures you fully grasp your duties and rights. At Albin Oldner Law, we can navigate these complexities and provide sound legal advice.
Texas law allows for child support modifications if:
To request a modification, the parent must file a petition with the court that originally issued the child support order. The process involves:
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