Request a Consultation

Feldstein Family Law Group

At a difficult time like this, put us in your corner and we will fight for your rights.

How do I get child support?

There are numerous ways to get child support:
  • the most obvious is to apply to court under either the Divorce Act or the Family Law Act and have the judges determine entitlement and amount by having regard to the Acts as well as to the Child Support Guidelines.
  • If instead you and your former spouse/partner are on good terms and able to agree on child support without the help of a judge or lawyer then the two of you can decide on an appropriate amount yourselves providing it is in accordance with the Child Support Guidelines.
    • You may also choose to incorporate the informal arrangement into a separation agreement.
    • You may seek the services of lawyers to proofread and witness the signing of your agreement. This is recommended. If you choose to include it in an agreement have the agreement filed with the court so that the FRO may enforce it.
  • If you find yourself in a very high conflict situation where you and your former spouse/partner cannot agree then you can also choose to mediate or arbitrate so that a determination regarding support can be made in a quick and cost-effective manner.

20 Crown Steel Drive, Suite 8
Markham, Ontario, L3R 9X9 | 905.415.1636

© 2012. Feldstein Family Law Group Professional Corporation. All Rights Reserved.
Website design and promotion by digital eM-space, a division of LawyerLocate.ca Inc.