Child Support Attorney Serving Middle Tennessee
Helping parents navigate support with clarity, fairness & confidence.
Whether you’re seeking child support, being asked to pay, or need help updating an existing order, we’ll guide you through every step. We know how important it is to protect your children’s future while ensuring fairness for both parents.
At our firm, we work with families across Middle Tennessee, including Davidson, Sumner & Robertson counties. We’ll explain the law in plain language, help you gather what’s needed, and advocate for a support order that makes sense.
How We Help With Child Support
We Start With the Facts
Child support in Tennessee is based on income, parenting time, and other expenses. We’ll help you calculate what’s fair and provide the court with accurate, complete information.
We Focus on Long-Term Stability
A support order should meet a child’s needs now and into the future. We make sure agreements are reasonable, realistic, and reflect what’s best for the child—not just what’s convenient today.
We’re Here for Changes, Too
If your income or parenting schedule changes, we can help you modify your support order. We also assist with enforcement actions when payments are late or missing
What We Handle
Initial Child Support Orders
Whether during divorce or as part of a parenting plan, we help establish fair, enforceable child support terms based on Tennessee guidelines.
Support Modifications
If you or the other parent has had a major change in income, expenses, or time with the child, we can help file for an appropriate update.
Enforcement & Collections
When support goes unpaid, we assist with enforcement measures to help ensure children receive the financial support they’re entitled to.
Paternity & Parentage Actions
Establishing legal parentage is often the first step in determining support. We represent both mothers and fathers in parentage proceedings.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is child support calculated in Tennessee?
Support is determined using an income shares model. The court considers each parent’s income, number of children, and time spent with each parent, along with certain qualified expenses.
Can we agree on a different amount than the state formula?
Sometimes—but the court must approve the agreement and confirm it serves the child’s best interests. We’ll help you understand what’s allowed and what isn’t.
Can child support be changed later?
Let's Start a ConversationYes. If either parent has a significant change in income, job status, or parenting time, you may request a modification. We’ll help you file and document the change properly.
What happens if the other parent stops paying?
We can pursue enforcement through court motions, wage garnishment, or liens. The goal is to secure the support owed without creating unnecessary conflict.
Do I need to go to court for support?
Not always. Many support agreements are handled through mediation or negotiation, especially when part of a larger divorce or custody matter.
When it comes to supporting your children, the process shouldn’t be confusing or one-sided.
We’re here to guide you toward a solution that makes sense—and gives your family a stronger footing moving forward.
