Covington, Kentucky and Ohio Child Support Attorney

Dedicated Child Support and Child Custody Lawyers

Parenting Plan — Child Custody — Child Support - Modification — Relocation

Child support and child custody are commonly contested legal issues. Whether a couple is going through a divorce disputing custody and support or was never married and arguing over the issues, it is important that the best interests of the children are kept at the forefront of the case.

At the law firm of Roush & Stilz, P.S.C., in Covington, Kentucky, our lawyers are well versed in the laws that govern children's issues such as child support and child custody. We pride ourselves on helping parents reach solutions that will benefit their children and minimize the negative impact on their lives.

Do you have questions or concerns about child support and child custody laws? Call Roush & Stilz, P.S.C., for a free initial consultation at (859) 757-0970.

Child Support

Child support is a statutory award designed to ensure the parties' children receive appropriate financial care. Child support is almost always awarded. There is a state-set formula into which a range of numbers are input, including income and child-related expenses. Most of the entered numbers are dictated by statutory guidelines, but some numbers can vary and be dependent on a specific issue such as dare care expense. It is not uncommon, however, for parties to seek a variance from the statutory scheme if they can come to an agreement and they can show the child or children's financial needs are being met. We can walk you through the process of calculating how much child support may be awarded so you know what to expect.

Child Custody

There are different types of custody arrangements that may be utilized to determine when the parties' spend time with their children and who makes the major decisions concerning the children (such as schooling and medical care). In coming to a custody arrangement, the court focuses on what is in the best interests of the children. Some of the many terms that arise when dealing with custody cases include:

• Parenting time
• Shared parenting
• Sole custody
• Joint custody
• Residential custodian

These terms all have different meanings and result in different types of arrangements for the children. The attorneys at of our firm can explain these terms, along with reviewing your case and determining the best type of custody to pursue in your situation.

Modifications

After an initial order for child support or child custody has been established, it is important that any modifications that need to be made go through the courts so that they are legally binding and enforceable. Our firm can assist in seeking the modification of child support or child custody orders based upon a substantial change in circumstances of a parent, including the loss of a job or relocation to another city or state.

Contact Us

Get in touch with a lawyer at our office to learn more about your rights in child custody and child support matters. We offer free initial consultations, are available evenings and weekends, accept all major credit cards including American Express, and are located near the Basilica of Covington. To contact us, call (859) 757-0970.