Portland Child Support Attorneys

Helping Parents Seek Fair Child Support in Portland

There are many emotionally charged issues surrounding divorce and the children of single parents. Child support matters are among the most stressful. These are legal areas where many people make the mistake of relying on information and advice from friends and family. This is a risk you may later regret. If you need a Portland child support attorney focused on identifying practical solutions, we encourage you to contact our firm.

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Child Support Laws in Oregon

Child support is a required state-ordered program. It is not optional. It does not affect your custody arrangements or your rights. The amount of support ordered by the state is based on a standard calculation using the income earned by both parents.

Several important factors influence how child support is determined in Portland:

• Combined parental income. The court reviews both parents’ incomes to calculate the appropriate amount using Oregon's Child Support Guidelines.
• Custody arrangements. Parenting time and legal custody decisions can affect the amount ordered, as more overnights may change financial responsibilities.
• Additional expenses. Items such as health insurance, uninsured medical costs, and child care are considered in the final amount.
• Special circumstances. If a child has extraordinary needs or there are unusual expenses, the court may consider these when setting support levels.
• Local court procedures. Child support cases in Portland are generally handled in the Multnomah County Circuit Court, following state law and court protocols.

Establishing Paternity & Child Support

There are two primary reasons for legally establishing paternity:

• Fathers—Many single noncustodial fathers struggle to establish and sustain a relationship with their children. The only way to guarantee access to your children is by legally establishing paternity and pursuing court orders clearly outlining child custody and parenting time. In most cases, the court will require mediation in a child custody case.
• Mothers—For mothers who are struggling to support themselves and their children, using the court system to legally establish the father's identity and secure child support can help ease the financial burden.

Experienced Child Support Lawyer in Portland

Call Pacific Cascade Legal to arrange a phone consultation with one of our experienced child support lawyers in Portland. Our office is conveniently located in Portland, Oregon, where we serve clients throughout the Portland Metro.

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