Assisting Families in Child Support, Child Custody and Spousal Support
You may enter a divorce case concerned about your financial assets, but most people find that their most valued assets are their children. It is our duty to help you ensure that your child is protected and can live the life you envision for him or her. A child's best interests are paramount in any divorce case, a point of view shared by the court. Once child support and custody agreements are determined, the court will determine the appropriate spousal support arrangement for your case.
It is crucial to have an experienced Pennsylvania lawyer advocate for your best interests in connection with all these agreements. Absent a substantial change in circumstances for you, your ex-spouse or your child, these agreements will dictate your future for years to come.
At the law office of David F. Wedge, Attorney at Law, we work to ensure these agreements are developed and ruled upon by the court for your best possible resolution the right way, the first time. Mr. Wedge has been serving clients in Lancaster County and the surrounding areas since 1981. Our law firm will provide you with personalized and attentive service from day one. Our dedication to your case is matched by the compassion with which we serve you and your family. Contact us today to schedule a free and confidential initial consultation.
Establishing Child Custody and Child Support
We will work to protect your parental rights, and we will assess your unique situation to pursue agreements that benefit you and your children concerning legal and physical custody. We give consideration to family dynamics, work schedules, and children's activities and schooling to develop a custody and visitation schedule that fits your needs.
Child support is determined by the court with a set of guidelines, which we will help you evaluate according to your unique circumstances and the needs of your children. Major determining factors include:
- Gross monthly incomes
- Medical and educational needs of your children
- Visitation time each parent will have
Determining Spousal Support
Spousal support/alimony is not determined by specific guidelines, but the court does account for several factors to establish if spousal support is necessary, including:
- Length of your marriage
- Disparities in achievable incomes
- Financial investments and ownership of investments
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Disabilities and benefits
- Child support, child custody and visitation
Along with vocational experts, we will work to determine if you or your ex-spouse needs additional training or education to become employable. If either party is unable to work, that will be factored into the spousal support agreement. We will help you obtain a resolution that is fair and just in your particular situation.
Contact Our Lancaster County Child Support Attorney
Call us today at 717-207-8362 or toll free at 866-935-9912, or contact us online to schedule an initial consultation and discuss flexible payment options.
