Child Support & Maintenance

When parents separate, both remain legally responsible for the financial support of their children. Regardless of changes in the relationship, each parent is expected to contribute towards the costs of raising their child.

Child maintenance can be arranged in several ways, depending on the circumstances. These include:

• A private child maintenance arrangement between the parents
• An application to the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) through a government scheme
• A court order, particularly where more complex financial arrangements or international elements are involved

At Madden & Finucane, we advise on the most suitable route for securing regular and fair financial support for your child, and can assist with enforcement where necessary.