child support
Understanding Child Support in Australia:
Welcome to our comprehensive guide on child support in Australia, specifically tailored for residents in Sydney & Orange NSW. Our expert family solicitors at Wilding & Co Lawyers are here to provide you with essential information on child support obligations and guide you through the complexities of family law.
What is Child Support?
Child support in Sydney, and throughout Australia, involves a financial contribution from a non-custodial parent to assist in the costs of raising their child. This system is managed by the Department of Human Services (DHS) through the Child Support Scheme.
Key Objectives of Child Support
Ensuring children in Sydney and across Australia receive adequate financial support.
Promoting shared responsibility among parents.
Calculating Child Support
In Sydney, as in the rest of Australia, the DHS uses a formula to calculate child support payments, considering factors such as parental income, the number of children, and the time spent with each parent.
Online Child Support Estimator
The DHS provides an online estimator, a useful tool for parents in Sydney to understand their potential child support obligations.
Legal Assistance in Sydney: The Role of Family Solicitors
Family solicitors at Wilding & Co Lawyers in Sydney are essential in navigating child support matters. They provide legal advice, represent you in negotiations, and help resolve disputes effectively.
Services Offered by Wilding & Co Lawyers
Expert legal advice on child support in Sydney.
Assistance in negotiating fair child support agreements.
Representation in court for complex cases.
Guidance on DHS procedures and requirements.
Dispute Resolution and Mediation in Sydney
Our Sydney-based family solicitors at Wilding & Co Lawyers specialise in mediation and dispute resolution, fostering amicable agreements between parents.
Changing Circumstances and Reviewing Child Support
In Sydney, Wilding & Co Lawyers can guide you through reviewing and modifying child support agreements due to changes in circumstances such as a change in income or living arrangements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if the non-custodial parent lives overseas from Sydney?
How is child support enforced in Sydney?
Can child support payments be back-dated in Australia?
