Minnesota Child Support Modification Lawyer

While it is true that child support is set by state standards and withheld through income withholding it is also true that work, health and life situations change. As a Minnesota child support attorney, my extensive history of working in the county has given me a unique insight into what can and cannot be a basis for modification, the acceptable reasons for modification and the modification process. Working with an experienced family law attorney who has an understanding of the county and the courts can ensure that a necessary modification is approved when possible.

When Can a Minnesota Child Support Agreement be Modified?

The first step in any child support payment modification is to assess the current situation and see if there is a basis for a modification of support. While there are standard child support payment guidelines, the courts do have discretion in this area and changes, when merited, are possible. When we meet, I will run modification calculations and ascertain whether or not it makes sense given your situation to modify the support.

Changes such as an emancipated minor, or shifting from the support of two minor children to one minor child can be valid reasons for a modification. Dramatic changes in income for either party can affect a modification as can multiple obligations. If there has been a drastic change in income to either party, we can request tax returns and based on that assessment we can decide what to do next.