Marietta Child Support Lawyer

Canton Divorce Attorney

In Georgia, the court's determination of child support is guided by a formula. At Abbott & Abbott in Canton and Marietta, Georgia, we can help you determine your rights and obligations with regard to child support.

Georgia Child Support Guidelines ∙ Divorce Lawyer
Canton 678.792.4908 ∙ Marietta 678.290.7650 ∙ Contact Us

There are a lot of variables in the Georgia child support guidelines. The objective is for the child to have a living standard as close as possible to the standard the child had before the divorce.

• The guidelines will factor in the gross income of both parents. That will include the value of fringe benefits such as a company car. If one parent owns a business, our law firm may ask a forensic accountant to provide an accurate income figure.
• Does the child have unusual medical expenses or education expenses? Are those expenses necessary to the child's well-being? Your lawyer can help you understand and navigate you through this complex analysis.
• If circumstances change after the divorce, you can request a child support modification from the court. Changes in primary physical custody or gross income, for example, could affect child support.
• When a parent fails to pay court-ordered child support, that parent could face a child support contempt action. If you are facing contempt or if you need to bring a contempt action, talk to an experienced attorney.

To gain a better understanding of child support under Georgia law, contact us for an appointment. Call our office in Canton (678.792.4908) or Marietta (678.290.7650), Georgia, for a free 30-minute consultation. We accept all major credit cards.