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Establishing support
Review income, parenting arrangements, and child-related expenses to understand a proposed obligation.
Fayetteville Child Support Lawyer
Your child’s needs.
A clearer financial picture.
Child support decisions affect both households. Whether you are seeking support, responding to a request, or facing a change in income, we help you understand the information that matters and the options available.
Cumberland · Hoke · Moore counties
Your first conversation
Start with your questions.
Time with an attorney to discuss your circumstances, options, and a possible next step.
30 minutes · $180
One hour · $350
The consultation fee is separate from any agreement for ongoing representation.
Questions before booking?
(910) 485-8888
How is child support calculated in North Carolina?
The North Carolina Child Support Guidelines generally guide support calculations. Relevant information can include both parents’ incomes, the custody arrangement, work-related child care, and health insurance costs. Some cases require a different analysis or a request to deviate from the guidelines.
What we can discuss
Start with accurate information. Then consider the options.
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Changing an order
Discuss job changes, income shifts, or changes in care and whether there are grounds to request a modification.
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Addressing unpaid support
Bring the existing order and payment records to discuss enforcement concerns and the available process.
A number is only useful when the underlying facts are right.
A child support estimate can help you begin a conversation, but it is not a court order. Income sources, self-employment, insurance, and the actual parenting arrangement may need closer review.
We help you identify useful records and discuss support in the context of the applicable guidelines, any existing agreement or order, and your child’s needs. If circumstances have changed, obtain advice before assuming the current obligation has changed too.
Bring what you have.
Start with what matters.
- Recent pay statements and tax returns
- Child care and child health insurance costs
- The current parenting schedule and support order
- Payment records and evidence of changed circumstances
Ask the office how to share records securely. Please do not email sensitive case details.
Local guidance
Three counties.
One clear starting point.
Hatley Flowers Law Firm serves clients in Cumberland, Hoke and Moore counties from our Fayetteville office at 912 Hay Street.
The court and filing location depend on your claim and circumstances. We can discuss those questions at your consultation.
Straightforward answers
Questions you may be asking
Can support be owed with shared custody?
Yes. Sharing custody does not automatically eliminate child support. The calculation depends on the applicable worksheet, income, expenses, and parenting arrangement.
Does a job loss automatically change an order?
No. An existing court order remains in effect unless it is changed through the appropriate process. Ask about a modification promptly if your circumstances change.
Can I withhold support because visitation is being denied?
Custody and support are separate legal issues. A visitation dispute does not cancel a support obligation. Discuss enforcement or modification of the relevant order with an attorney.
Do I need a custody order before seeking support?
Not necessarily. A person caring for a child who lives with them may be able to request support without first obtaining a custody order. Eligibility and procedure depend on the circumstances.
What your consultation is for
Schedule a conversation.
Start making a plan.
A paid initial consultation gives you time with an attorney to discuss the questions affecting your family, finances, and next steps. You do not need to arrive with every answer.
- Explain what matters most
Share your questions about children, support, property, or separation and the decisions you are facing.
- Understand the issues to consider
Discuss your circumstances, relevant documents, and the options that may apply to your situation.
- Talk through a possible next step
Ask how the firm may be able to help and what further representation would involve.
Before your appointment: Write down your main questions, gather relevant agreements or court papers, and follow the instructions in your confirmation.
Choose your consultation length
Time with an attorney.
Room for your questions.
Choose 30 minutes or one hour. If you are unsure which to book, call the office before scheduling.
30-minute consultation
$180
One-hour consultation
$350
The fee is for your initial consultation. Booking does not by itself engage the firm for ongoing representation.
Review the current appointment details, payment requirements, and cancellation policy in Acuity before confirming.
Need help scheduling? (910) 485-8888
Hatley Flowers Law Firm · General North Carolina legal information · Updated October 22, 2026
Responsible attorneys: Angela Hatley and Jessica Flowers. This information is not advice for your specific situation. Discuss current law and deadlines with an attorney.