CHILD SUPPORT

The law states that both parents have a duty to support their children financially until they reach the age of 18.

The amount payable is governed by the Child Support Assessment Act and administered by Child Support Agency and takes into account ‘care percentage’, ‘cost percentage’ and costs of raising each child. Each family and child’s needs are different so you can apply to CSA to amend the amount payable.

If you would prefer to make a private agreement between yourself and your former spouse, you should seek legal advice to ensure the agreement is binding.

If you wish to obtain an estimate of your child support payments please refer to the Child Support Estimator

There are a number of options available to parties in relation to determining and agreeing Child Support. Please discuss this with your lawyer to consider the best option for you.

SPEAK TO ONE OF OUR LAWYERS TODAY

Other Parenting Law Matters we offer

Urgent Family Law Matters

Family Dispute Resolution

Parenting Matters

Surrogacy

Rights of Grandparents & Other Family Members

Gender Dysphoria

Parenting Orders

Sole / Shared Parental Responsibility

Child Care & Protection

Live with / Spend Time with Arrangements

Adult Child Maintenance

International Child Abduction - Hague Convention

Domestic and International Relocation

Why Trust Us?

Our aim is to minimise the fallout of disputes on families – both in the short term, and into the future. Our experienced lawyers have the welfare of children and families front of mind. Paterson & Dowding Lawyers work closely with clients to secure the best outcomes for families in the medium – longer term.

Our pricing is transparent and reasonable; we’re focused on timely solutions and where possible reaching agreement without having to go to Court. Make an appointment with a Paterson & Dowding Family Lawyer today.

Clients tell us that we are not just another Family Law firm. They trust us to deliver the best solution for their unique situation.

*Doyles Guide is an independently researched listing of best firms and lawyers, on the back of initial online peer-based surveys as well as extensive telephone and face to face interviews with clients, peers and relevant industry bodies.