Affordable Divorce & Child Support Help

Getting Child Support You Are Owed If you haven't been receiving the child support you are owed, I can help. The New Mexico Child Support Enforcement Bureau exists to help custodial parents and children get the financial support that the court has ordered for them. I can help you bring your case to the attention of the bureau so that the non-paying parent can be held in contempt of court and forced to make appropriate payment arrangements. Contact me for a free initial consultation to find out more.

Albuquerque Child Support Lawyer Larry Leshin

At Affordable Law, I offer truly cost-effective legal help for New Mexico families with a variety of child support issues. I represent or assist people in Albuquerque and surrounding communities such as Santa Fe, Rio Rancho, Gallup and Taos.

Child support is decided during a child custody and divorce proceedings or as the result of a paternity suit in cases in which the parents were not married. The State of New Mexico has child support guidelines that judges rely upon when awarding child support.

Call my office at (505) 255-4859 or contact me by e-mail for a free initial consultation and help understanding New Mexico child support law.

Modifications of Child Support Orders

It’s not uncommon for parents to go back to court one or more times during their child’s growing years in order to get a change in a child support order. If a parent loses a job or has a pay cut, he or she can ask for a reduction in child support.

If a child develops new or greater financial needs—enters child care, has medical or therapy expenses, or needs special educational programs—the custodial parent can seek additional support.

If you are wondering if you can get a modification of your child support order, contact my Albuquerque law office for a free initial consultation. I can explain the child support guidelines and help you consider whether to file a motion for a change in child support.

As with all my services, I strive to be cost-effective for my clients. Taking a modification of child support case back to court is something you can do with the help of an attorney. I can file your motion and prepare you for your hearing before the hearing officer.

Help If You Are Behind in Child Support Payments

The consequences for not paying child support can be severe. You can be held in contempt of court and your driver’s license can be removed—as the starting point. If you have fallen behind in your child support payments, or think you will fall behind, contact my law office for a free consultation and immediate help.

The court knows you need to have your drivers’ license in order to work so you can pay support. Judges are willing to work with parents who are having a hard time but demonstrate that they want to live up to their obligations. I can help you negotiate a repayment plan or other alternative solutions if you are in arrears with your child support.