Family Law Attorney for Education Expenses

Skilled Child Support Lawyer Addressing Educational Expenses in Richmond, Virginia and Several Surrounding Cities and Counties

In Virginia child support is typically determined through specific formulas and guidelines according to state law. Most parents want to ensure that their children will receive a good education to provide a firm foundation for their adult lives. Although public primary and secondary school systems do not require tuition, K-12 private schools do. If you and your children choose the latter, the expenses can accumulate quickly. As part of your divorce and child support arrangements, you may wish to include stipulations that will require the other parent to contribute to those costs. If parties do not agree, a Judge will examine all factors before deciding whether a request for a payor to pay for private school will be granted.

In some cases, a Judge may order parents to share the costs of private school tuition and other related expenses as part of their child support obligations. However, this type of child support provision is not always warranted. Factors that may encourage a Judge to rule in favor of private education expenses when establishing child support orders include:

• Evidence that a private school will provide for children's best interests better than public schools.
• Children's history of attendance and current attendance at private schools.
• Agreements a couple had made while they were married to send their children to a private school.
• The parents' ability to pay for private school tuition.

Other educational expenses may also need to be addressed, such as school fees, books, and supplies. Parents may detail how certain expenses will be addressed in a parenting plan, or they may ask a Judge to award additional support to address certain issues. Whichever side of this issue you want for your children, Carol A. N. Breit, Attorney at Law, can help you prepare a comprehensive case that includes supporting evidence.

Options for College Education Expenses in Virginia Child Support Cases

Judges have no statutory authority to require parents to pay for their children's college education after the normal obligation time period ends. However, parties can reach an agreement to share the costs of college, and a Judge can then require that cost-sharing. It is important to remember that each parent will be bound by an agreement even if his or her financial circumstances change.

When you partner with Carol A. N. Breit, Attorney at Law, we will get to know your unique situation and needs. Using that information and our extensive experience, we can help you explore options that will protect your interests while addressing your children's college education needs.

Call Our Attorney to Address Child Educational Expenses in Richmond and Other Nearby Cities and Counties

At Carol A. N. Breit, Attorney at Law, we are dedicated to helping you make the best choices for your children. If educational expenses are a concern as you work to establish child support arrangements, we will help you address these issues effectively. Contact us now to arrange your initial consultation by calling 804-282-9226 or submitting an online request.