Child support issues can have a profound effect on both children and parents. Just about everyone has heard of someone who claims that they pay too much or receive too little child support. An experienced Columbus Ohio divorce attorney can help couples negotiate fair child support payments under the Ohio child support guidelines at the time of their divorce. Due to recent changes in Ohio law, this determination can be complex. The law recognizes that circumstances change. If a parent loses a job or has a substantial increase in income, you can seek to increase or reduce the child support payment. If a child's parents were never married, you can establish parental rights and payment obligations through DNA testing to determine paternity.

At Ralph A. Kerns & Associates we can take legal action to enforce child support payments or get a court order to ensure those who are making payments have the right to visit their child. If you have not been making required child support payments and are arrested, your driver's license may be revoked. We can help you negotiate a repayment plan with the child support enforcement agency in order to get your license back and deal with other legal consequences.