Child Maintenance
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Rose & Rose
Child Maintenance
In either case, we are here to act on your behalf and provide you with expert and impartial advice with only one goal in mind, the best outcome for you as our client and your child/children.
There are several routes to a maintenance settlement.
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A private agreement for child maintenance
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An application for child maintenance through the Child Maintenance Service
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An application to the courts for child maintenance
Having discussed your options we will help you progress with most suitable option. If you can reach an acceptable private agreement, this can be a less stressful option and can avoid some costs. However if there is an issue at a later stage these agreements are not legally enforceable.
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If you cannot reach an agreement then you can make an application for child maintenance through the Child Maintenance Service (CMS), which can calculate and collect child maintenance on your behalf.
If you can agree on how your assets will be divided and how much maintenance will be paid following a divorce or dissolution of a civil partnership, you can apply to court to have this agreement turned into a consent order. This way, if your former partner refuses to pay the maintenance agreed in the consent order, the Court has powers to enforce it for a period of 12 months.
Use the chat box, contact a member of our team or email info@roselegal.co.uk to arrange your initial consultation to discuss the best way forward for you and we will provide you with further and specific advice tailored to your circumstances.
If you are unable to make appointments during normal working hours or to get to our offices, home visits and/or appointments in the evening or weekend can be arranged to suit you. We can provide you with a fixed fee for this service so you will know exactly what costs you will need to pay.
Our experienced and understanding team are here to help you. We will work with you to ensure the best possible outcome.
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Zubair Dharamsi
Gowsigan Gnanakumaran
Samet Eryurur
Olivia Minza-Clark
Maisa Riazi
Financing your legal fees
We understand that the cost of legal proceedings can be a concern, particularly when circumstances change unexpectedly. For eligible clients, funding may be available through Untangled, a specialist provider of family law loans. Their funding can be used towards legal fees, helping you access the legal support you need without having to meet the full cost upfront. Applications are subject to eligibility, status and affordability checks, and approval is not guaranteed. If you would like to find out whether funding could be an option for you, speak to a member of our team.
Ampla Consumer Finance Limited, trading as Untangled, is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for Consumer Credit (FRN 792153). Credit is subject to status and affordability checks. Terms and conditions apply.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A Child Arrangements Order (CAO) is a legal document issued by a Court in the United Kingdom which outlines the arrangements for a child(ren).
A Child Arrangements Order can cover various aspects, including:
Residence: Specifying with whom the child will live.
Contact: Outlining the details of the non-resident contact arrangements with the child.
Specific Issues Orders: Dealing with a specific aspect of parenting, such as schooling, medical treatment or religious upbringing.
Prohibited Steps Orders: Preventing a parent from taking certain actions without the Court’s permission.
What is a Specific Issues Order?
In most cases, no. If both parents have parental responsibility, you will need the written consent of everyone with parental responsibility before a surname change can be legally recognised.
Mediation provides a neutral space where parents and family members can discuss sensitive topics such as child arrangements, living arrangements, and maintenance without the pressure of court proceedings. The mediator helps ensure that the children’s best interests are at the forefront of discussions, guiding both parties toward fair and balanced agreements that suit their family dynamics.
Yes, children’s voices can sometimes be included in the mediation process, particularly if they are old enough and mature enough to express their views. The mediator may suggest involving a separate professional, such as a child consultant, to ensure the child’s feelings are considered. However, the focus of mediation will always be on creating the best possible outcome for the child’s welfare.
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