Child Support

Through our New Way child support stream, arrangements for the ongoing financial support and maintenance of children are addressed and resolved collaboratively. We help parents establish practical and sustainable child support arrangements that meet their children's needs, while minimising conflict and providing greater certainty for the whole family.

Child support arrangements can include periodic child support payments, education expenses, extracurricular activities, medical and health-related costs, and other special or unforeseen expenses. Depending on the circumstances, child support may also be paid as a lump sum or through non-periodic payments. We can also assist with Limited Child Support Agreements and Binding Child Support Agreements under Australian family law.

Our approach recognises that child support can be an emotive and difficult part of separation. We work collaboratively with parents to reach arrangements that are fair, practical and workable, while keeping the focus on the ongoing needs and best interests of their children. Where appropriate, arrangements may also extend to the financial support of adult children, helping ensure dependants are properly provided for as family circumstances evolve.

Where desired, the parties and their Settle Together lawyer can also involve an accountant or other financial experts in the process. This provides an opportunity to consider the family's broader financial circumstances and develop outcomes that are not only legally sound, but financially informed, practical and sustainable for the future.