Child Maintenance frequently asked questions from Resolution, a body committed to family justice and dispute resolution.
You may find this list helpful when considering your options if divorcing or separating, however we stress this is not substitute for legal advice.
Resolution have complied a list of questions which can arise for separating or divorcing parents.
Child maintenance issues recently come up for parents and can seem complex and challenging.
It is important to know that parents can set up a child maintenance arrangement between themselves, through a private agreement. You do not have to involve anyone else in setting up a private agreement, but it is necessary to know your rights.
You can get impartial information for free from Child Maintenance Options.
Many circumstances are complex though, and you will want to take specialist legal advice from a Resolution member to fully understand your options before entering into any arrangement.