When parents separate, ensuring children continue to receive appropriate financial support is an important part of planning for their future.
What To Know
Child support is designed to help meet the everyday costs of raising children and ensure both parents contribute towards their child’s needs. It helps cover expenses associated with a child’s wellbeing and development, including education, healthcare, clothing, food, everyday living costs, activities and other needs.
There are different ways parents can manage child support after separation. The right option depends on your financial circumstances, parenting arrangements, level of communication and the level of certainty you require.
Understanding your rights and obligations early can help prevent disputes and provide greater certainty for your family.
How We help
Child Support Advice
We provide clear advice on your child support rights, obligations and options, helping you understand how the law applies to your family’s circumstances.
Child Support Negotiations
We assist parents to negotiate practical and fair child support arrangements that reflect their financial circumstances and their child’s needs.
Private Child Support Agreements
We assist with preparing and reviewing private child support agreements that are tailored to your family and provide clarity for the future.
Child Support Formulas
We explain how child support is calculated and how the Child Support Agency assessment applies to your individual circumstances.
Child Support Recovery
We provide advice and assistance with unpaid child support matters, helping clients understand their options to address outstanding obligations.
International Child Support Matters
We assist with child support matters involving international arrangements, helping families navigate cross-border obligations and agreements.
Why Orion
We understand that child support discussions can sometimes become challenging, particularly when parents have different views about financial responsibility.
We provide practical advice to help you understand your rights, obligations and options while keeping your child’s wellbeing at the centre.
