Family Law — Imperial Valley

Child Support

Ensuring every child receives the financial stability they deserve — establishing, modifying, and enforcing support orders throughout Imperial Valley.

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Overview

Every child deserves financial stability

Child support is a legal obligation designed to ensure that children receive financial support from both parents after a separation or divorce. In California, child support is calculated using a statewide guideline formula that takes into account each parent’s income, the amount of time each parent spends with the child, and other relevant factors.

Whether you need to establish a new order, modify an existing one, or enforce a support obligation that isn’t being met, Scott Tepper has the experience to guide you through the process and protect your child’s financial interests.

Legal Services

How Scott can help

Establishing initial support orders
Modifying existing orders
Enforcing unpaid support
Income verification disputes
Extraordinary expense disputes
Self-employed income cases
Interstate support cases
Arrears and back support
The Process

What to expect

1
Financial Disclosure — Both parents provide complete income and expense information to calculate the support amount.
2
Guideline Calculation — California uses a formula based on income and custody time to determine the base support amount.
3
Negotiation or Hearing — Parents may agree on an amount or request a court hearing for a judge to set the order.
4
Court Order Issued — A formal child support order is entered and becomes legally enforceable.
5
Ongoing Modifications — Either parent can request a modification if there is a significant change in income or custody arrangements.

Speak with Scott about your situation

Every case is unique. Call or email Scott’s office to discuss your specific circumstances.

(760) 352-7272[email protected]

Related Practice Areas

DivorceChild Custody & VisitationSpousal Support

Office Hours

Monday – Friday
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

836 W State St
El Centro, CA 92243

Have questions about your situation?

Call Scott’s office — he’s here to help.

(760) 352-7272[email protected]836 W State St, El Centro, CA