San Jose Child Support and Spousal Support Lawyer
If you need advice about child support or alimony issues in a California divorce, speak to Michael Burk at the Law Office of Michael R. Burk. With an office in San Jose, California, he represents spouses in the initial determination, modification and enforcement of child support and alimony. Contact the firm to learn more about protecting your rights.
California Child Support Issues
California's child support guidelines pre-determine child support in every divorce. The real issues surrounding child support awards relate to determining the amount of child support owed, based on a parent's income and the amount of time he or she enjoys with a child. Mr. Burk has been representing parents in child support disputes for over 30 years. He works with accountants and investigators to argue for the most appropriate amount of child support in each case.
Before trying to decide the correct amount of child support to request, he will first clearly define your child sharing agreement. The amount of time you have with your child will affect your child support obligations. In advising clients about child support issues, Mr. Burk always places the welfare of the child as the highest priority. Only after defining your child sharing agreement will he attempt to calculate child support.
California Spousal Support/Alimony Issues
The law surrounding spousal support determinations affords you various options. Under California law, both spouses are entitled to request alimony, based on need and a spouse's ability to pay. In higher-end divorces, spouses may opt out of alimony and instead petition the court to disproportionately divide marital assets. This may be seen as choosing a lump sum payment in lieu of regular alimony payments, and may present an appropriate option under some circumstances. The Law Office of Michael R. Burk will represent you in all manner of alimony disputes, and Mr. Burk is experienced in exploring a wide range of alimony options.
If you need to speak to an experienced family law attorney about child support or alimony, contact the Law Office of Michael R. Burke to schedule an initial appointment.