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Ensure Your Children Are Getting the Support They Need


Regardless of the context through which child support matters arise, our firm, Lisa A. Baird, PA, can assist you in dealing with the issues as efficiently and effectively as possible. We assist married and unmarried individuals in Miami, Florida, seeking to ascertain the proper amount of child support for their children.

Child support is statutorily required and generally cannot be waived. If a party wishes to establish child support that is not within the five percent range of the statutory guidelines, the party must file a motion to deviate from the guidelines. Child support typically should start upon separation, even before a petition is filed. If child support is not being paid, the court has the authority to establish an arrearage and require part of the arrearage to be paid with each court-ordered child support payment.

Why Are There Statutory Guidelines for Child Support?

The intent behind creating the statutory guidelines is to establish statewide uniformity regarding child support payment. Therefore, all divorced parents similarly situated pay similar support. It is impermissible for a judge to deviate from these established guidelines without specific findings of fact to support the deviation. If a parent is found to be unemployed or under-employed, the court can actually impute or "assign" that parent a higher net income than he or she is actually earning.

How Is Support Calculated?


Whichever parent carries the child(ren)'s health insurance, that parent will receive a contribution from the other parent at the same percentage as child support. If the primary residential custodian has daycare expenses, the secondary residential custodian must contribute to that expense. That amount becomes part of the court-ordered child support figure. When daycare stops, the father would have the right to seek a child support modification.

As you can see, child support is calculated by entering certain numbers, such as each parent's income and expenses, into a formula. This formula then calculates the amount of support that is warranted according to the accuracy of the numbers that were entered. Our firm will take the time to explain this process, the related procedures, and the other child support guidelines that must be followed.

Client Reviews


★★★★★


I came to Lisa’s firm through a family relative's recommendation, who spoke very highly of her. I had a less-than-ideal experience with a previous attorney and was looking for someone more welcoming. From my very first consultation with Lisa, my expectations were exceeded. Lisa is an exceptionally approachable person, and her team is incredibly helpful and kind. They guided me through documents, provided detailed steps, offered advice, and helped me understand the legal aspects of my case. Even though my case wasn’t particularly complicated, they provided me with class-A support every step of the way. I am grateful for their guidance, dedication, professionalism, and expertise. I highly recommend Lisa’s firm for all family law matters, and I will definitely return to her in the future. Thank you for all the support!


Mauricio O.

★★★★★


I cannot say enough good things about Lisa Baird and her team. Lisa is an exceptional lawyer who made the entire process incredibly easy and quick. From start to finish, she demonstrated unmatched professionalism, always keeping me informed and ensuring every detail was handled perfectly...The entire team is remarkable—knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to go the extra mile. They made me feel supported every step of the way and treated my case with the utmost care and attention.


Hector P.







★★★★★


Lisa and her team were the best support through the most awful time of my life. If I could give 100 stars, I would. She’s approachable, available, and gave me the guidance I needed to stay strong. My divorce was final in 90 days. I never want anyone to feel the heartbreak that I experienced; but life is hard and so is marriage. I highly recommend Lisa to anyone that is considering divorce. She is skilled at weighing all options including settlement agreements - without being aggressive.

Lisa, thank you a million times over for everything you have done for me.


Sara P.






★★★★★


After 10 years of using Mrs. Lisa's law firm, on and off. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer. She is a type-A personality, brutally honest, very direct and a hard charging lawyer in the courtroom. Once we laid out my goals, she was so focused on achieving them. I came to FL looking to have 20% custody of my child while his mother was fighting tooth and nail to prevent me from even seeing him. I left the courtroom with 50% custody and rights as a co-parent. Any time there was a flare up in my life, I would reach out to Mrs. Lisa and she always delivered a great solution.


Parker T.






★★★★★


Lisa and her team were fantastic with my case and delivered results with ease and in a timely manner. Will reccomend and use in the future if needed.


Shateal J.














★★★★★


Attorney Lisa A. Baird plus her assistant Barbara and other staff members are amazing. If I could give more stars I would!!!!!


My case was special and not very pleasant from the start. Ms. Baird and staff kept me constantly updated and pushed to keep my case moving forward even when faced with potential setbacks and complications. Overall I’m thankful for her guidance, dedication, professionalism and knowledge of the divorce court process.


Attorney Baird and staff more than exceed my divorce expectations.


Al K.




★★★★★


The staff was extremely helpful with getting me through the documents and requirements all via email which was extremely convenient. Ms. Baird was very quick to process my divorce. The hardest part was doing our homework as required with financial affidavits and once I could get us through that, staff and Ms. Baird processed everything immediately before the Judge and it was filed and done! Very happy with their patience, sensitivity and professionalism through a difficult time.


Cindy L








★★★★★


Lisa is an excellent divorce and family attorney. I have referred her several of my close friends and family members and she's taken great care of all of them. She knows her stuff and fights hard for her clients. Highly recommend her.


Emilio R.












★★★★★


If there were 10 stars, that is exactly what I would rate Attorney Lisa A. Baird. We battled a (not so pleasant) divorce for 2 years. Initially, the wife was requesting alimony, 80/20 parenting due to her needs for more child support, not an equitable distribution of debt and assets including the home. We started with a different attorney and our first mediation was a complete nightmare. After that mediation, we decided to change attorneys and hired Lisa. She and her staff, dissected through all of the financials, researched the various laws applied per issue, and got to work. Lisa and her team work very hard to get to know their client's situation. They are humble, fair, and know how to use the laws accordingly. I am truly blessed to have come across this amazing team.


Yolexis V.



★★★★★


I cannot express my gratitude enough for the support that I got from Lisa and her staff. Lisa is sharp, professional, fast to respond. Barby and other staffs are very responsive and caring. My case seemed very hopeless, but Lisa made it happen! And I walked out happy and relieved. Every conversation was clear and on point with no waste of time or money. I highly recommend Lisa.


Azita K.









★★★★★


I’d like to take this opportunity to Thank Attorney Lisa Baird, P.A. and her Staff for assisting me in one of the darkest moments of my life. The level of knowledge, Empathy, Professionalism, compassion, and confidence truly exceeded all of my expectations. Thank you Lisa Baird P.A., you are the absolute Best! I have, and will continue to recommend your firm to everyone that I come in contact with. You Held my hand, and guided me through the darkness. You saved my life and for that I’m forever grateful.


B. Darling







★★★★★


Lisa Baird was so helpful and understanding in what I was going through. She gave the best advice. Thank you Lisa for all your help!


Janet B.














★★★★★


I feel fortunate to have been referred to Lisa Baird by other Family Law attorneys I consulted. My family law case was considered complex as it was a motion for modification of a prior Marital Settlement Agreement which involved lifetime alimony. Lisa Bairds’ experience is exceptional and I found working with her a pleasure. My one regret is that I only found her years after my original settlement. I now know the original outcome would have saved me years of additional litigation had I been fortunate to have found this law firm then. I’m confident that Lisa is one of the most qualified, ethical and respected Family Law attorneys in Florida. I highly recommend her.


Marc K.




★★★★★


I came to Lisa’s firm through a family relative's recommendation, who spoke very highly of her. I had a less-than-ideal experience with a previous attorney and was looking for someone more welcoming. From my very first consultation with Lisa, my expectations were exceeded. Lisa is an exceptionally approachable person, and her team is incredibly helpful and kind. They guided me through documents, provided detailed steps, offered advice, and helped me understand the legal aspects of my case. Even though my case wasn’t particularly complicated, they provided me with class-A support every step of the way. I am grateful for their guidance, dedication, professionalism, and expertise. I highly recommend Lisa’s firm for all family law matters, and I will definitely return to her in the future. Thank you for all the support!


Mauricio O.

★★★★★


I cannot say enough good things about Lisa Baird and her team. Lisa is an exceptional lawyer who made the entire process incredibly easy and quick. From start to finish, she demonstrated unmatched professionalism, always keeping me informed and ensuring every detail was handled perfectly...The entire team is remarkable—knowledgeable, approachable, and always willing to go the extra mile. They made me feel supported every step of the way and treated my case with the utmost care and attention.


Hector P.







For more information about child support, call 305-595-8185.

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