We understand that being able to afford day to day expenses for a child's needs can be difficult following a separation. If financial issues are prolonged with your former partner the stress will begin to mount and this can have a negative effect for you and your child. If you find that you are not able to come to an arrangement with your former partner about financial support for your child the Child Support Agency will deal with the issues. The law governing maintenance for children through the Child Support Agency is complicated especially in situations that differ from the norm.  Our specialist family team will listen to every detail of your issue to help you resolve your child maintenance matter.

Whilst your children are dependent, claims can be made for:

• a cash lump sum, or sums
• school fees
• maintenance top up
• settlement of a property for use as a child's home
• money for parental or carers if the other parent is wealthy
• delaying the sale of a jointly owned property

Normally, the above provisions can be made for a child until they cease full time education, but if a child is disabled this can be extended.

Our experienced family solicitors can provide expert advice and assist in your dealings with the Child Support Agency.  We will help to ensure that you know exactly what is happening every step of the way so that you can protect your child's future.

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 For further information or to arrange an appointment contact a member of the family law team on 0115 9 100 200 or email family@actons.co.uk or fill in the contact form below.