Child Support Lawyer Vancouver
Child support is an important part of separation and parenting arrangements in British Columbia.
If you are looking for a child support lawyer in Vancouver, Illuma Family Law can help you understand child support obligations, calculate support and address disputes concerning income, parenting arrangements and special or extraordinary expenses.
Who Pays Child Support?
Child support is generally based on the applicable child support guidelines and the circumstances of the children and parents.
The amount can depend on factors including the applicable income, number of children and parenting arrangements.
What Are Special or Extraordinary Expenses?
Some expenses for children may fall outside ordinary child support.
These may include certain health, education, childcare, extracurricular or other significant expenses, depending on the circumstances.
Determining whether an expense qualifies and how it should be shared can sometimes become a source of disagreement between parents.
What If a Parent Is Self-Employed?
Determining income for child support purposes can be more complicated when a parent is self-employed or owns a business.
Additional financial information may be required to determine the income that should properly be considered.
What If the Other Parent Will Not Pay?
If child support is not being paid as required, legal advice can help you understand your enforcement options.
Similarly, if you believe the amount being claimed is incorrect, you may need advice about income disclosure and the appropriate child support calculation.
If you are considering divorce, contact Illuma Family Law to arrange a consultation with a Vancouver divorce lawyer.