Child support (alimentos) is not just about food: it covers everything a child needs to live and grow, such as housing, health care, education, clothing and leisure. Both parents are required to contribute, according to their means.
When there is no agreement, when the amount is not enough or when it goes unpaid, the law provides tools to resolve it. A review can also be requested if the paying parent’s situation has changed.
Our team advises you and handles the claim, first seeking an agreement and going to the family court when necessary. We stand by you on a matter that touches what matters most: your children’s well-being.
How can we help?
- You need child support to be set.
- The current amount is not enough and you want to ask for an increase.
- The other parent does not pay, or pays less than agreed.
- There are arrears to collect.
- You pay child support and your financial situation has changed.
How we support you
We listen
You tell us how the family is organized today.
Assessment
We review the children's needs and both parents' income.
Agreement or mediation
We first look for an agreement that works.
Claim and collection
If there is no agreement, or it is not honored, we go to the family court.
Useful documents
- The children's birth certificates.
- Receipts for the children's expenses: school, health care, activities.
- Information about the other parent's job and income.
- Any previous agreements or court judgment.
Don’t worry if you don’t have everything: we will go through it together at the consultation.
Frequently asked questions
What does child support cover?
Everything children need to live: housing, food, health care, education, clothing and leisure.
Can I make a claim if I don't know how much the other parent earns?
Yes. During the proceedings, reports can be requested to establish their income. Even so, it helps to tell us everything you know: where they work, what they do, what assets they use.
What happens if they don't pay?
Unpaid amounts can be claimed, and the law provides for various measures to ensure compliance. We explain which ones make sense in your case.
Related topics
- DivorceUncontested or contested divorce, with agreements that look after everyone.
- Parenting time and parental care (custody)Parental care of the children and parenting time (formerly known as “custody” and “visitation”).
- Domestic violenceReporting, protection orders and legal support, handled with care and discretion.
General information only. It is not a substitute for advice on your specific case.