Child support isn’t a punishment or a reward. It’s a legal obligation designed to help kids get what they need after their parents split up. At Brandi Wolfe Law, we make sure child support orders are based on facts—not threats, assumptions, or emotional pressure.
If you’re being asked to pay too much, receiving too little, or just trying to understand how Texas calculates support, we’re here to break it down and build a plan.
How Texas Calculates Child Support
In most cases, child support is based on the income of the non-custodial parent. The state uses a formula tied to net monthly income and the number of children involved.
The general breakdown looks like this:
- 1 child = 20%
- 2 children = 25%
- 3 children = 30%
- 4 children = 35%
- 5+ children = 40%
That percentage applies to net income after certain deductions. But real life doesn’t always fit the formula. We help you account for special situations like:
- Income from self-employment or side businesses
- Health insurance costs or special needs expenses
- Parents with more children from other relationships
- Voluntary unemployment or underemployment
Every number has to be verified. We’ll help you collect the right documentation and challenge anything that looks off.
Enforcing or Modifying Support Orders
Already have a child support order that isn’t being followed? Or need to update it because income or custody has changed? We can help with:
- Wage garnishment setup
- Filing enforcement actions
- Negotiating adjustments
- Responding to modification requests
If support is part of a larger disagreement over parenting time, our Child Custody page explains how those issues work together in Texas.
Common Myths About Child Support
A few things we hear all the time:
- “I don’t get to see the kids, so I shouldn’t have to pay.”
- “She makes more money than me. I shouldn’t owe anything.”
- “He’s behind on support. I can withhold visitation.”
None of these are true. And if you act based on bad information, it can hurt your case. We’ll give you the facts, so you stay protected and avoid expensive mistakes.
Let’s Make the Numbers Make Sense
You shouldn’t have to guess what’s fair. At Brandi Wolfe Law, we walk you through the child support process with clarity, professionalism, and straight answers. Our job is to get the numbers right and keep your case on track.
Call (210) 571-0400 or schedule a free child support consultation. You’ll get honest advice and a plan that fits your situation.