Support General

Are You Worried About Supporting Your Children And Long-Term Financial Security Following Your Divorce?

During and after your divorce, anxiety about finances may linger and weigh on your mind. So much of your family’s continued stability depends on financial security. Will your children’s future, routines, and education be adequately supported? How will you meet day-to-day expenses? Which spouse is responsible for providing spousal support?

You want what’s fair for you and your children, but you and your ex may disagree on what that looks like. Perhaps you suspect they’re hiding assets. Maybe you feel defeated because they have more financial resources and legal leverage than you do.

When it comes to child and spousal support, the stakes are high, and the process can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, there is something you can do: seek the guidance and support of a skilled lawyer who has a proven track record of providing family law support services.

Sandra Banks: Your General Support Law Advocate

Advocating for child or spousal support on your own can put your financial future in jeopardy. Let Sandra Banks focus on the legal technicalities that will prioritize both you and your children’s economic security.

Sandra Banks has devoted over thirty years to helping clients in Oakland and the Bay Area with general family support law issues. If you’re grappling with child or spousal support, she will provide you with practical legal solutions while empowering you to make informed decisions about your family’s future.

The legal issues and procedures surrounding the calculation, granting, and enforcement of child and spousal support are complex and intricate. Sandra Banks is well-versed in California’s support guidelines and their application. She also possesses a wealth of experience negotiating settlements and representing her clients’ interests in mediation or court.

What Are California’s Eligibility Requirements For Child Support And Spousal Support?

Several factors and calculations contribute to the court’s decision regarding who receives support in California and the amount they receive.

Generally, for child support, if you are the parent with primary custody or a lower income, you are more likely to be granted child support. However, the court, the Child Support Commissioner and the Local Child Support Services also take into consideration the following:

• The income of both parents.
• The amount of time the child spends with each parent.
• Tax considerations, such as filing status and allowable deductions.
• The existence of children from other relationships also receiving support.
• Any extraordinary medical, educational, or childcare expenses for the child.

For spousal support, you are typically eligible if you can demonstrate financial need and the other spouse’s ability to pay. Temporary support, available during the divorce proceedings, is calculated using the state’s formula as a guideline.

Regarding long-term support, several other factors impact and contribute to the court’s decision, including your and your spouse’s:

• Length of marriage, with longer marriages tending to receive more extended support.
• Age and health.
• Earning capacity and ability to support yourselves.
• Financial and non-financial contributions to the marriage.
• Financial resources, debts, and hardship.

Let The Law Office Of Sandra F. Banks Do The Heavy Lifting

Child and spousal support decisions in California are subject to numerous legal intricacies, complex negotiations, and other considerations. When you ponder what’s at stake, navigating California’s laws and court systems independently is too risky. You need experienced legal guidance and support.

Sandra Banks has successfully advocated for clients’ best interests when it comes to pursuing child and spousal support. Let her determine the kind and amount of support you’re legally entitled to and help you secure the financial future that will help you and your family thrive.

Contact Us Today To Protect Your Family’s Financial Future

If you’re ready to pursue the financial stability that your family deserves, Sandra Banks is prepared to help with all of your legal support services needs. Call (510) 336-2369 or visit our client contact page to schedule an initial consultation at our office in Oakland, CA.