When child support becomes part of a family law matter, you deserve clear answers. At Filler & Hedum Family Law Firm, we help you understand how Florida child support laws may apply to your unique circumstances while protecting your child’s best interests. You work directly with Kelly Hedum and Sam Filler, who are genuinely committed to our Oviedo community. We’re here to provide straightforward counsel and dependable support every step of the way.
Child Support in Florida:
What You Need to Know
In Florida, both parents have a legal duty to support their child financially. Child support is usually calculated under Florida’s child support guidelines, which consider each parent’s income, the number of overnights the child spends with each parent, health insurance costs, uncovered medical expenses, childcare costs, and certain allowable deductions.
While the formula gives the court a starting point, the details matter. Self-employment income, changing work schedules, shared parenting time, special needs, and unpaid expenses can affect the final amount. That is why it helps to have clear, steady guidance before you agree to anything that may shape your child’s daily life and your family’s financial future.
Factors That Determine Child Support:
- Each parent’s gross and net income
- The number of children involved
- The amount of overnight parenting time each parent exercises
- Health insurance premiums paid for the child
- Uncovered medical, dental, and healthcare expenses
- Daycare, preschool, and after-school care costs
- Certain allowable deductions from income
- Existing child support obligations for other children
- The child’s special medical or educational needs
- Other factors permitted under Florida child support guidelines
How We Help With Child Support Cases in Oviedo
When you work with Filler & Hedum, Kelly Hedum and Sam Filler personally review income records, parenting schedules, healthcare costs, childcare expenses, and other factors that may affect your child support obligation. We help you identify inaccuracies, address disputed income, and pursue fair support calculations that reflect your family’s circumstances. Whether you are establishing, modifying, or enforcing child support, you receive straightforward guidance and experienced advocacy from attorneys who know Oviedo and Seminole County inside and out.
FAQs
How Long Does Child Support Last in Florida?
In most cases, child support continues until your child turns 18. However, support may continue beyond age 18 if your child is still in high school and expected to graduate before turning 19. Certain circumstances involving special needs may also affect the duration of support.
Can Child Support Be Modified?
Yes. If there has been a substantial change in circumstances, such as a significant increase or decrease in income, changes in healthcare costs, changes in parenting time, or other qualifying factors, you may be able to seek a modification. We help you determine whether a modification request is appropriate and guide you through the process.
What if the Other Parent Is Self-Employed?
Self-employment income can make child support calculations complicated. Business expenses, fluctuating income levels, and other financial factors may require careful review. Sam and Kelly work directly with you to ensure income is properly evaluated under Florida law.
What Happens if a Parent Does Not Pay Child Support?
Florida provides several enforcement options when child support obligations are not being met. Depending on the circumstances, enforcement may involve wage garnishment, license suspension, interception of tax refunds, or court action.
Filler & Hedum:
There When You Need ‘Em!
Child support decisions can have a lasting impact on your child and your financial future. At Filler & Hedum, you work directly with Kelly Hedum and Sam Filler. As attorneys deeply rooted in the Oviedo and Seminole County community, we provide straightforward guidance, honest answers, and dedicated advocacy tailored to your family’s needs. We’re always there when you need us. Contact us today for a free case evaluation for your child support matter.
