Child Support
- Each parent’s taxable income;
- The nights they share with the children;
- The children’s ages; and
- Whether either parent has other dependents.
- A private agreement;
- A Limited Child Support Agreement;
- A Binding Child Support Agreement; or
- A Child Maintenance Trust.
Child support involves one parent providing financially to the other parent for the benefit of children.
Services Australia (Child Support) governs the child support payable by one parent to another in the absence of an alternate agreement between the parents.
The amount payable is calculated with reference to:
Sometimes there are special circumstances where the amount payable under the child support assessment is too much or too little. For example, if children attend private schooling, or if a child has special needs, or if the assessment does not correctly reflect one parent’s income.
On other occasions, the assessment may include incorrect information and need to be reviewed.
In these circumstances, an application can be made to alter the child support payable and we can guide you through this process. Time limits apply so don’t delay seeking advice.
Other options for child support
There are other options for child support if both parents agree, including:
These options can benefit parents and children by providing certainty as to the amount they will pay or receive. Private agreements can also better support an individual child’s needs – for example, the paying parent may pay the children’s private school fees, extra-curricular activity costs and private health insurance.
We can discuss with you the options available to you and which best suits your circumstances.
Don’t delay seeking legal advice from an experienced Family Lawyer.
Phone our office today on 07 4722 2733 to secure a fixed fee initial appointment for $330 (including GST).