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Child Support Attorneys in Navarre, FL

Comprehensive Legal Counsel for Navarre Child Support cases

When a child’s parents get a divorce, they still have a legal duty to provide their child with proper financial support. Child support obligations can impact your life and future financial interests for years. As a result, those facing legal action regarding child support should retain an experienced Navarre child support attorney for legal representation.

At The Virga Law Firm, P.A., our Navarre child support attorneys focus their practice on Florida family law cases, including child support matters. You and your children can count on the dedication and professionalism of our legal team to help you through the challenging experience of resolving child support issues in Navarre, FL.

Learn how our Navarre child support lawyers can help. Contact us online or call 800-822-5170 today!

The Duty to Pay Child Support

In general, all parents have a legal obligation to provide their children with adequate financial support to cover necessities such as food, shelter, clothing, education, and health care. This legal duty arises from the parent-child relationship. Therefore, the marital status of a child’s parents is not dispositive for determining a parent’s responsibility to pay child support. Instead, this duty persists regardless of whether the child’s parents are married, divorced, or unmarried and separated.

However, when parents live together, they typically fulfill this parental duty on a daily basis through ordinary parenting. That is why issues of child support seem to only come up in divorce cases and similar family law proceedings.

Under Florida law, a court must determine child support matters in accordance with specific statutory guidelines. Those guidelines relate to Florida’s public policy concerning child support obligations:

  • Parents have a fundamental legal duty to support their legally dependent children
  • Florida’s statutory guideline schedule reflects an estimate of how parents would allocate their combined income to provide for their child if they still lived together
  • The guidelines encourage private settlement of child support matters to minimize court intervention and adversarial litigation

Navarre Child Support Cases

Florida’s child support guidelines provide courts with a standard method for calculating the amount of child support a parent owes, based on each parent’s monthly net income and the needs of the child.

In determining a parent’s monthly net income, courts will consider the following factors:

  • Income from the parent’s employment, including bonuses, commissions, and tips
  • Income from the parent’s business profits, calculated by subtracting ordinary and necessary business expenses from the company’s gross receipts
  • Employment benefits, including disability, workers compensation, pension, and retirement benefits
  • Government benefits, such as social security
  • Spousal support payments from a prior marriage
  • Investment income
  • Income derived from property, including rents, royalties, trusts, and estates

At The Virga Law Firm, P.A., our experienced Navarre child support lawyers can appreciate the gravity of the consequences that arise from child support proceedings.

Given the financial stakes involved, we are prepared to diligently advocate for your legal interests and rights concerning the following child support issues:

  • Provisions of marital agreements concerning child support
  • Calculating income used for child support
  • Imputing income for child support purposes
  • Enforcement of child support
  • Adjustments to child support award based on equitable factors

Consult a Navarre Child Support Lawyer – 800-822-5170

When it comes to legal matters with the potential to substantially impact your and your family’s future, the importance of having a skilled legal representative to champion your cause cannot be overemphasized. If you are concerned about your legal rights in light of impending child support proceedings, you can count on The Virga Law Firm, P.A. for competent legal services. Backed by more than eight decades of collective legal experience, our child support lawyers in Navarre, FL can give you assurance that you and your family’s interests are in professional hands.

Call The Virga Law Firm, P.A. at 800-822-5170 or complete our online request form to arrange for an initial consultation!

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    Job Title: Family Law Associate Attorney Position

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    We're not looking for just any lawyer – we're searching for an attorney committed to compassionate and excellent representation. If you're ready to make the practice of law both meaningful and rewarding, this opportunity could be what you've been waiting for. Join a firm where you're appreciated and part of a team dedicated to excellence.

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    The Virga Law Firm is a dynamic, high-growth family law firm dedicated to providing excellent legal representation and superb client care. Founded by Gerard Virga, who brings over twenty years of legal experience to the practice, our firm has established itself as a leader in family law throughout Florida. Our attorneys hold prestigious positions on various committees for the Family Law Section of the Florida Bar, demonstrating our commitment to shaping and advancing family law practice in our state.

    Our core belief is "Caring is Contagious." We understand that nothing is more important than family – it's the bedrock of our civilization and closest to people's hearts. When clients entrust us with their family law issues, we recognize it as the highest honor and responsibility.

    Each family is unique and requires specialized attention during the most emotionally trying times in their lives. Our mission is to protect our clients and their families, providing them with a strong new start to their lives. We achieve this by helping one family at a time through our multiple office locations throughout Florida.

    Who You Are

    The ideal candidate:

    • Is obsessed with achieving results for clients
    • Has a passion for family law
    • Excels at identifying crucial case details
    • Loves litigation and is comfortable in the courtroom
    • Takes pride in developing litigation strategies
    • Has strong negotiation skills with a compassionate approach
    • Thrives in fast-paced environments
    • Is committed to helping others and leading by example

    Minimum Qualifications

    • An active member in good standing with the Florida Bar
    • Demonstrated experience in family law
    • Proven history of passionate representation and client service
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Clio knowledge is a plus)
    • Advanced knowledge in litigation and client relations
    • Mastery of Zoom video conferencing for court presentations
    • Ability to work independently and produce superior work product

    Key Responsibilities

    • Provide comprehensive legal advice and analysis to clients
    • Manage complex high-asset divorce cases
    • Handle parental responsibility and timesharing cases
    • Navigate cases involving domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health issues
    • Represent clients in court proceedings and mediations
    • Draft legal pleadings, motions, and orders
    • Lead team members including Paralegals and professional staff
    • Maintain a fast-paced workload with attention to detail

    Benefits and Perks

    • Competitive compensation package based on experience
    • Dental and vision insurance options with family coverage
    • Progressive Paid Time Off:
      • One week per six months
      • Up to 80 additional hours accruing each pay period
      • Paid holidays and one flex holiday
    • Parental and bereavement leave
    • Paid continuing legal education, bar dues, and certification dues
    • Professional development opportunities
    • Supportive team environment

    Why Choose The Virga Law Firm

    • Unified company culture dedicated to success
    • Highly trained support staff including Paralegals and Discovery Specialists
    • Diverse caseload and full pipeline from day one
    • An environment that encourages innovation and creative problem-solving
    • Commitment to personal and professional growth
    • No-drama, no-judgment work environment
    • Strong focus on team collaboration

    Application Process

    Interested candidates should submit:

    • Current resume
    • Writing sample
    • Two letters of recommendation
    • Cover letter

    How to Apply

    1. Call our career hotline at 850-565-3426
    2. Submit required documents

    Additional Information

    The Virga Law Firm is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace—A background check is required for final candidates. 

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