You likely are familiar with the phrase “best interests of the child.” This is important to keep in mind during child support negotiations. The court cares about the child’s ability to access basic needs, obtain educational opportunities and maintain their way of life. While child support should be fair to both parents, the child’s financial state is tantamount.

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With this premise in mind, the court evaluates a number of factors during alimony disputes, including:

• The child’s current residence

• Who historically has been the primary caregiver

• What capacity both parents have to care for the child

• Potential job growth and earnings

• The parent’s finances and assets

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Whenever possible, Child Support Attorney Max Factor helps parents navigate these issues outside of court and reach a place where civil co-parenting is possible. When an agreement is not possible, he is a fierce courtroom representative.