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Child Support Lawyer in Salt Lake City, Utah

If you are facing child support issues in Utah from a divorce or as a single parent, choose an aggressive and skilled child support lawyer in Salt Lake City and surrounding areas to ensure that your children are awarded the financial support they deserve. Contact Wasatch Defense Attorneys today for your FREE, no-obligation child support consultation or give us a call at 801-845-3509.

Child support in Utah is established as a part of a divorce, temporary separation, or a support order issued by the Utah Office of Recovery Services (ORS) when parentage is proven. Parents of minor children have a legal obligation to provide financial support for their children until age 18 or upon completion of high school, with the exception of emancipated minors. An emancipated minor is an individual who is legally recognized as an independent adult.

How Does Utah Calculate Child Support?

The court will consider each parent’s adjusted gross income from salary, bonuses, unemployment compensation, social security benefits, and other types of income like investments, retirement, trusts and even alimony from a previous marriage to calculate child support. The court will also consider the amount of time each parent will be spending with the child or children. Other factors may influence the court’s decision for awarding child support like the number of children, medical care, childcare and any special care needs.

A table will determine the child support obligation based on an established formula by Utah Code Section 78B-12-301. The established custodial parent will receive the court established child support from the non-custodial parent. Click here for the Utah Department of Human Services interactive child support calculator. Here are a few other child support-related factors that will be considered by the courts to determine financial support for your child(ren):

Medical expenses for the child are shared equally between both parents to include the children’s portion of the premium, deductibles, copayments and other non-insured medical expenses.
Work-related child care expenses are also equally shared by both parents.
Tax exemptions for dependent children are awarded by the court based on each parent’s contribution to the cost of raising the child along with other factors.

Child Support Enforcement in Utah

Child support payments are governed by the court order with arrangements for how and when payments will be made. Payment arrangements can be established between the parents or enforced through the Office of Recovery Services (ORS). All parties must obey court orders to pay child support and abide by scheduled parent time, even if the non-custodial parent is not current with his or her child support payments.

When a motion is filed asking the court to enforce a child support order, the judgment may include enforcement orders for past child support payments. If the defendant is found in contempt of court, they may be ordered to pay a fine and/or serve jail time. When the court issues child custody and support orders in Utah, Wasatch Defense Attorneys child support attorneys will be here should you need assistance with enforcement.

Need to Modify Child Support Orders?

Either parent has the right to ask the court to increase or decrease the amount of child support if there has been a significant change in circumstances since the time the order for child support was entered. Modifications for child support can only be requested after three years of the original child support order and will always follow the court’s obligation to make decisions and changes that are in the best interest of the child. Here are a few reasons to ask the court for child support modification:

Increased or Decreased Income
Change in Physical Custody
Increased Medical Needs
New Employment
Emancipation of the Minor Child

Choose an Experienced Child Support Lawyer in Utah

The caring and compassionate child support attorneys at Wasatch Defense Attorneys have the experience and skill to help you establish, enforce or modify your child support order to make sure both you and your children receive what you deserve. Call our experienced Utah family law attorneys at 801-845-3509 to schedule your no-obligation consultation to enforce your legal rights and protect your child’s rights.

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02:48 13 Dec 24

By far the BEST law firm you could ever have on your side. I would definitely recommend them to EVERYONE. Tyler Ayres was our lawyer and he did an amazing job from start to finish. Absolutely appreciate everything they have done for us.

Sierria Ramey

02:35 13 Dec 24

Your law office defended my son today(12/12/24) Thank you for the great job you did in his defense! My biggest fear was he wouldn't walk back in the same door he walked out of this morning! My momma heart thanks you!❤️

Gayle Maughan

02:29 13 Dec 24

My name is Kay Young, Jarad Youngs mother, I think that Scott Wilding did an amazing job with the defense for my son. I'm leaving a five star review because he was really helpful and answered all our questions. I would recommend your company to anyone.

Kay Young

17:28 10 Dec 24

Scott Wilding was my attorney and I think that he did a hell of a job on my defense and kept me out of prison. I am leaving a five star review for your company and would recommend you to anyone. Thank You so much 😊

Jarad Young

17:06 10 Dec 24

They put in work. Definitely recommend.

D Crespin

00:20 07 Dec 24

Scott was so great to work with. He always took the time to answers any questions I had.

Mary Drakos

15:39 06 Dec 24

They were able to get us in quickly. They demonstrated extensive subject matter knowledge and were able to resolve our concerns and most of our problems almost immediately during the consultation. We knew we were in good hands. Highly recommend.

Levi Slade

16:07 02 Dec 24

This was a great team of Attorneys, especially Tyler Ayers who assisted me with my case. What could have been a horrible outcome ended up being a fair resolution between myself and the City. Thank you, Tyler!

M Ramon

17:03 23 Nov 24

where do i begin...from day one wdl has worked so hard and gone above and beyond to go what is best for me. Lane is super attentive and always there to alleviate any worries or stress. I genuinely could not ask for better support and representation. They are the BEST!!!

Mindy Tanner

23:58 09 Nov 24

These guys were the most intelligent and helpful lawyers I’ve spoken with, that’s after searching for lawyers for months. If you are looking for a lawyer to get you the best bang for your buck call these guys

Mike Coltrin

05:22 06 Nov 24

Jen, Lane, and the rest of the team went out of their way to help us out in an urgent matter. All of the staff are professional, understanding, and pay attention to even the most minute details. We are so appreciative-Thanks everyone!

Scott Snyder

14:53 22 Oct 24

Scott Wilding - this man goes far above and beyond! We were blessed to have this professional represent us - he was skillful in his practice and provided us with expertise advice for the entire duration of the case which lasted over 1.5 years! This man stood by us and brought us optimum results! Thank you, Scott Wilding!!

Neelu Mellard

01:47 16 Oct 24

wasatch defenses lawyers went above and beyond and the whole practice. very professional and upfront and stayed on top of things communicating. wasatch defense lawyers had all the charges i was facing dismissed

Lance Davis

23:50 12 Oct 24

I’m very grateful to have had Wasatch Defense Lawyers at my corner. From the beginning speaking with Lane, I felt a relief of anxiety and stress from my case. Lane as well as the Wasatch defense team helped every step of the way, truly making you feel at ease with them taking care of you and getting you the greatest results. If anyone ever is in the need for justice and wants to feel confident, yet a sense of peace of mind from their case. I definitely 💯 recommend “Wasatch Defense Lawyers”

Steven Vasquez

05:27 26 Sep 24

I was driving home to Albuquerque, NM from visiting my kids in Seattle, WA for the holidays.I was pulled over for speeding on I-84 S between Tremonton & Brigham City on 12/31/2023.During the stop, the highway patrol searched my vehicle, and found a half smoked Cannabis joint I had purchased at a dispensary in Seattle, and paraphernalia.The highway patrol decided to make the assumption that I must be under the influence of cannabis merely because I had it in my possession, so they tried to charge me with a 3rd Deg Felony DUI.I bonded out of jail the day after, and made my way back to My home in New Mexico. As soon as I got home, I started researching Utah Law firms that specialize in defense against this type of situation. I came across Wasatch Defense through a Google search, and they seemed to have a lot of positive client reviews. I contacted them, and they got me connected with attorney Scott Wilding. He got to work on My case, and was very thorough with his research. He gathered all of the available evidence, and consulted with many experts about My case. The preliminary hearings took a while to get through due to my living outside of Utah which required WebEx sessions. After Scott's careful investigation of the police video he obtained, he was finally able to convince the state attorney that their evidence was too weak to effectively prosecute the case. The state attorney agreed, and moved to dismiss the case entirely! It had been a great source of stress this entire year, but Scott did a exemplary job defending me. I shutter to think how a conviction for the charge would have destroyed my life and ability to find future employment, but Scott saved me from that fate.I would definitely recommend Scott Wilding and Wasatch Defense to anyone faced with a similar situation as mine. They did their job VERY WELL, and I owe them my sincerest gratitude ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Shawn TribbleAlbuquerque, NM

Shawn Tribble

21:13 23 Sep 24

The lawyers of wasatch defense are family working together always,Scott is amazing hardworking,Caring,dedicated and firm in his words. Scott really fight for you and gets the best deal,I have a memory that I will keep for life of him.he gave me the biggest sincere hug ever when my son got released then I knew they really care for there clients just by that special hug, Veronica very helpful and Lane sweet.kind, generous and sympathetic.

Rosalia Arias

20:07 11 Sep 24

My case was reviewed quickly and I was helped Immediately. As far as the outcome of my case, the attorney did very well and kept me a free man.

James Wilkinson

18:12 11 Sep 24

Scott truly is a miracle worker ! He worked tirelessly to help me beat my case. I was facing 25 years and walked out with only probation. Grateful for all the work that this law firm has done for me. God bless all the employees and attorneys that helped make this possible!

Oscar Calderon

17:47 11 Sep 24

Wasatch Defence Lawyers handled my case with perfection. Paul Johnson was my attorney and the prosecutor was dead set on only offering a reduction of felony plea. Paul took my case to trial and he absolutely ripped to pieces the Brigham City Prosecutor's office. The jury only took 20 minutes to come back with a not guilty verdict. It was the best outcome I could have asked for.

joshua jensen

14:35 06 Sep 24

Updated Review posted 9/5/2024:I wanted to update my review now that I have been a client with Wasatch Defense for awhile. The team is super supportive especially Lane. No one wants to end up in a place where they need a defense lawyer but if you do Wasatch Defense will be there for you. I have never been in a situation like this before and so my nerves were shot. I bugged Lane a bit much but he was always supportive and even called me to answer some of my questions while he was out of town. Luckily things are fine, I have no doubt things would of turned out very different without Mr.York, Lane, and the team behind me.My original review: Wasatch Defense has some of the most supportive people I have met. Lane and Darrell York answered every question I had in a clear way. I walked away from our meeting feeling so much relief and support. If you need guidance or defense these are the people to reach out to.

Lacie Eklund

21:45 05 Sep 24

They are an awesome team! Extremely helpful and show genuine concern for their clients.

Heidi Pitt

23:37 04 Sep 24

I had an outstanding experience working with Wasatch Defense Lawyers. From the start, they were incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, providing clear and detailed explanations of every aspect of my case. Lane was always timely and made the entire process seamless and stress-free. Working with them was a pleasure, and they truly took all the stress away. I highly recommend them for anyone in need of top-notch legal support.

Angie Nelson

06:33 26 Aug 24

Great network of attorneys who did a really good job for us, just we we would have had more time to go over the contract. All in all I would recommend.

Joseph Skibiel

21:59 14 Aug 24

I live in New Jersey but used to live in Utah. This firm was patient and handled my problems swiftly and professionally. I would recommend to anyone especially if you’re out of state and new help in Utah.

Roger Maiure

16:35 12 Aug 24

Help me with all my problems and calmed me down.

Cristian Leal

19:21 24 Jul 24

I called them about a what I thought was a serious matter at the time and they informed me it was a scam, super relieving and extremely helpful. The agents on the phone helped me calm down and patiently explained what to do. 10/10 would recommend and will go to them if I have a need in the future.

Max Jessop

21:36 13 Jul 24

Without sharing a bunch of details about what I was going through I will say this. We hired Wasatch Defense Lawyers on a pre file case that could have ruined my entire family’s lives forever. It has been almost 2 years and I am happy to say that they stopped everything in its tracks. I have been able to move on with my life and the false accusations that were thrown my way were gone as fast as they came. Having your freedom threatened over something you didn’t do is a scary thing and Lane was absolutely incredible at keeping me calm while I spiraled out mentally

Justin Bell

20:52 02 Jul 24

I couldn’t be more pleased with the outstanding service I received for Wasatch defense lawyer's. From the moment I walked through their doors, I felt confident and reassured. Their team is incredibly knowledgeable, professional and truly dedicated to their clients well-being. They were always available to answer my questions and provided me with a sense of security throughout the legal process. I am really grateful for their support and would highly recommend them to friends, family or anyone in need of exceptional legal representation. Thank you Ashley, thank you Wasatch defense lawyers. 5 stars without a doubt⭐️

Adrian Hernandez

20:52 25 Jun 24

Ashlie thank you so much! I live out of state, and you guys made it very easy. Money well spent!

Jared Oaks

16:48 21 Jun 24

Attorney Scott Wilding was always available to answer my questions and concerns. He put me at ease through out the legal process.I am very grateful to this lawyer for his expertise and exceptional commitment.

diana guajardo

16:10 20 Jun 24

darrell was great at communicating and helping me feel confident in my case. i felt reassured throughout this daunting court case. thanks to wasatch defense lawyers i was able to have my dui dropped.

Logan Duffy

18:26 01 Jun 24

Spoke with Layne in regards to some charges for my son. He was thorough, honest and so helpful! We are beyond thankful for the level of service we received! Definitely a company with high integrity. Thank you!

Katy Cromer

22:15 31 May 24

They are the real deal! They treat you professionally, respectfully, and with utmost confidence. They handled my situation quickly and I never doubted them whatsoever. I now have peace of mind that I can call upon Wasatch Defense Lawyers any time and know that my issue will be taken care of right on the spot.I urge you to contact them, they will put your mind at ease no matter what is going on, and that is half of any battle right there!

Mr. Beef

18:22 08 May 24

I've been working with the team at Wasatch Defense for nearly 4 years now. They have been transparent and easy to work with. I have had access to my representation the entire time and they have been a huge asset to me. I genuinely appreciate everything they have done for my family.

Ken Rivas

16:27 08 May 24

I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a law firm that is compassionate and listens and cares.

J M

15:03 07 May 24

Scott is an amazing human being to work with! If something might not be going your way and you need their services, this is the place to call! I was definitely sketchy at first with the consultation and the quote, but you get what you pay for! Trust these guys and be patient, and it could definitely work out in your favor. Great staff and friendly service. Thanks Scott

Zack Craghead

02:03 07 May 24

Caring and professional. Answered the myriad of questions with tact and grace. I would highly recommend Wasatch Defence Lawyers

jack blair

21:58 25 Apr 24

Attorney Darrell and Paralegal Victoria Handley helped me out so much! They were super helpful and super professional. Highly recommend them

Gio Castillo

17:05 16 Apr 24

The team of people here are amazing! Although they weren't the type of attorneys I needed, their opinions, references, and conversations with me made me feel completely supported and confident in the next steps.

Diana

21:28 04 Apr 24

These Guys are Amazing!! I highly recommend Layne Clark and his Team, These guys are real professionals.

Messick Justin

01:03 02 Apr 24

The team at Wasatch Defense is incredible! Could not have gotten through our ordeal without them. Cannot express how grateful we are for their expertise and advice. 5/5 recommend!

Brittany Garcia

22:47 31 Mar 24

Title: Exceptional Legal Defense Firm!Review:⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️I can't express enough gratitude for the outstanding service provided by Wasatch Defense Laywers.Our situation was complex, and we were feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the legal process. However, the team at Wastach Defense Lawyers immediately put my wife and me at ease. They took the time to listen to our concerns, thoroughly explained our options, and developed a strategic defense plan tailored to our needs.Throughout every step of the legal proceedings, they demonstrated expertise, attention to detail, and a genuine dedication to securing the best possible outcome. Their communication was prompt and transparent, ensuring we were informed and prepared at all times.Not only did they achieve a favorable resolution, but they also provided invaluable support and guidance during what was undoubtedly the most challenging time for our family.If you find yourself in need of legal representation, I wholeheartedly recommend Wasatch Defense Lawyers. Their professionalism, integrity, and commitment to their clients are unparalleled. Thank you to the entire team for your exceptional service!

Mario Garcia

22:07 31 Mar 24

For the rest of my life, I will always carry two items in my wallet: My driver’s license and Lane’s business card. This firm is professional, effective, and should be your first call for any legal help you need. This is a sincere and genuine review, and Wasatch and the entire team will always be my partner in business and life for all things legal.

L L

23:01 27 Mar 24

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