Solicitors Child Support

Child support in the UK (often referred to as “child maintenance”) ensures children receive the financial support they need when parents separate or divorce. The legal framework aims to make sure both parents contribute, based on their income and the child’s needs, providing stability and covering essentials such as housing, food, and education costs.

Chris BARBER

Cardiff CF10 3RS

Child Support Solicitor Cardiff

14 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Child Support

Chris Barber is an experienced solicitor based in Cardiff with 14 years of legal practice, specializing in family law, civil litigation, and employment law. He has extensive experience handling family matters such as cohabitation, divorce, and child disputes....

Thushara Collins

Benfleet SS7 5LD

Child Support Solicitor Benfleet

18 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Thushara Collins, a lawyer based in Benfleet, brings 18 years of experience in family law, property matters, and estate planning, providing dedicated legal services to clients. Fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Punjabi, Thushara specializes in various areas,...

Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors

Solicitor London W6 7PJ

Child Support Solicitor London

5 Solicitors

Does not accept legal aid

Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful law firm based in West London, representing clients across the UK and internationally. With expertise in a wide range of legal areas, including criminal law, fraud, employment, family law, divorce,...

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Joanne Gilholm

Hampshire PO16 7BL

Child Support Solicitor Hampshire

26 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Child Support

Joanne Gilholm is a highly experienced family lawyer based in Hampshire, with 26 years of expertise in handling complex and sensitive family law matters. Since qualifying in 1999 as a Chartered Legal Executive, she has dedicated her career...

Ademola AKILO

Luton LU1 2QH

Child Support Solicitor Luton

27 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Child Support

Ademola AKILO, a lawyer based in Luton, brings over 27 years of experience in a wide range of legal fields, including criminal law, fraud, motoring, family law, divorce, civil partnerships, immigration litigation, court claims, and healthcare law. Ademola...

Zharna Sutaria

Middlesex HA5 3EF

Child Support Solicitor Middlesex

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I was admitted as a solicitor in 1998 and have been practising family law exclusively for the last 20 years. I am a Law Society accredited Family Law specialist and a member of Resolution, an organisation which adopts...

Raj Nair

Preston PR4 0LW

Child Support Solicitor Preston

26 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Raj Nair, a lawyer based in Preston, is a long-established professional with over 26 years of experience in leading areas of law. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Raj offers comprehensive legal services in various fields, including: Family...

Heather Meakin

Liverpool L3 1HU

Child Support Solicitor Liverpool

7 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Heather Meakin is a solicitor based in Liverpool with seven years of experience in Family Law, Divorce, Wills, Trusts, and Estate matters. She provides expert legal guidance tailored to the needs of individuals and families, ensuring clarity, efficiency,...

Kiran Kaur

Guildford GU1 2AB

Child Support Solicitor Guildford

15 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Kiran Kaur is an experienced solicitor based in Guildford, with 15 years of expertise in employment law, family law, divorce, and healthcare-related legal matters. As a key member of C P Law Associates, which was established in 2014,...

Hannah Magee

Cardiff CF10 3BZ

Child Support Solicitor Cardiff

19 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Ranked in Chambers and Partners as the 'Associate to watch', Hannah Magee is a family law specialist and deals with all areas of family law including divorce, cohabitation disputes, children and ancillary financial matters. Hannah is a member...

Salmaan Islam

Essex RM1 1DA

Child Support Solicitor Essex

18 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Salmaan Islam is a highly experienced lawyer based in Essex, with 18 years of expertise in employment law, family law, divorce, litigation, bankruptcy, and consumer rights. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, he provides legal services tailored...

Michela Hughes

London EC4V 5EF

Child Support Solicitor London

26 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Michela Hughes is the matrimonial and family partner at SBP Law, based in London, with 26 years of experience in family law. She specialises in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, uncontested divorce, spousal support,...

Angela Lally

Leeds LS25 5BQ

Child Support Solicitor Leeds

23 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Angela Lally is a solicitor based in Leeds with 23 years of experience specializing in family law and divorce. She provides expert legal services tailored to matrimonial finances and family matters. In Family Law and Divorce, Angela advises...

Anne Shears

Plymouth PL4 9BD

Child Support Solicitor Plymouth

18 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Child Support

Anne Shears is a solicitor based in Plymouth with 18 years of experience specializing in family law and divorce. She provides expert legal services tailored to resolving financial matters and family disputes. In Family Law and Divorce, Anne...

Sarah-Jane Riddell

East Sussex BN3 5AA

Child Support Solicitor East Sussex

32 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Sarah-Jane collaborative family lawyer and accredited mediator specialising in family law since 1993 at a range of large regional and smaller local firms; offers mediation (including MIAMs) with regard to all issues relating to both children and finances;...

What should I know about child support in the UK?

Child Maintenance Service (CMS): This government body calculates maintenance rates and can enforce payments if a voluntary agreement can’t be reached.
Calculation factors: Maintenance is usually based on the paying parent’s gross weekly income, the number of children, and how often the children stay overnight.
Private agreements: Some parents opt for a family-based arrangement, agreeing on amounts themselves without involving the CMS.
Enforcement powers: If payments are missed, the CMS can take direct action against earnings, bank accounts, or property.
Review and changes: Maintenance can be recalculated if circumstances change significantly—such as a new job, reduced income, or additional children to support.

How can a solicitor help with child support, and what does it cost?

A family solicitor can assist in a variety of situations, including:

Disputing CMS calculations: If you believe the Child Maintenance Service has miscalculated your payments or income level.
Seeking variations: Requesting changes to maintenance when there are special expenses or a significant change in circumstances (e.g., sudden job loss or high childcare costs).
Enforcing arrears: Taking legal action if the paying parent falls behind on child support, which may involve court applications or collaboration with the CMS.
Resolving complex financial arrangements: Addressing high-net-worth cases, self-employed income, or international maintenance issues.
Negotiating private agreements: Drafting legally sound, family-based arrangements that reflect both parents’ financial realities and the child’s best interests.

Costs typically depend on how complicated the matter is and the solicitor’s experience. Hourly rates often range from £150–£300, with some firms offering fixed-fee packages for straightforward cases. An initial consultation—sometimes free or at a reduced rate—can clarify your options, estimated fees, and the best steps to secure the right support for your child.

Nicola Palfrey

London W6 7PJ

Child Support Solicitor London

19 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Child Support

With 19 years of experience, Nicola Palfrey is a dynamic and highly skilled solicitor specializing in criminal law, family law, employment law, and civil litigation. Fluent in Arabic, English, German, and Italian, Nicola provides expert legal services to...

Bradie Pell

Sheffield S1 2DD

Child Support Solicitor Sheffield

14 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Recommended in the Legal 500 2020, I am a partner and the head of the family law department at Graysons and have specialised in family law now for a number of years. With significant experience in family law,...

Hollie Symon

Southend-on-Sea SS2 6HZ

Child Support Solicitor Southend-on-Sea

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Hollie obtained her LLB (Hons) in 2009, before passing the Legal Practice Course with distinction in 2010 at Anglia Ruskin University. Hollie undertook her training contract at an Essex firm and qualified as a solicitor in 2012. Hollie...

Ian Winrow

Caernarfon LL55 4DA

Child Support Solicitor Caernarfon

11 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Child Support

Ian Winrow is an experienced solicitor with 11 years of legal practice, specializing in employment law, family law, immigration, litigation, and financial services. With a strong academic background, including a first-class law degree from Bangor University, Ian combines...

David Smith

Birmingham B14 7DY

Child Support Solicitor Birmingham

11 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I joined Glover Priest in May 2019 having previously spent several years working as a family solicitor for Legal 500-ranked regional firms. I have a wealth of experience as a solicitor and deal with the full range of...

Ruth TAYLOR

Northampton NN2 6EZ

Child Support Solicitor Northampton

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Ruth Taylor is a highly experienced family law solicitor with 28 years of expertise in the field. She began her career in family law in 1985 as a secretary to a family law solicitor before qualifying as a...

Helen Boynton

Wigan WN6 0HQ

Child Support Solicitor Wigan

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I joined Pilgrim Hope Solicitors as a Consultant Family Lawyer in 2019. I qualified as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in 1997 and I have specialised in the area of matrimonial and family law...

Gemma Stevens

Plymouth PL4 9BD

Child Support Solicitor Plymouth

18 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Child Support

Gemma Stevens is an experienced family law solicitor based in Plymouth, with 18 years of practice in the field. She qualified as a solicitor in 2007 after completing her Law degree at Plymouth University and the Legal Practice...

Rakhi Singal

London WC2B 9RZ

Child Support Solicitor London

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I am Founder and Director at RVS Solicitors. Years of experience in Family Law, have led me to heading our Family Law Department, where I lead a team of equally talented lawyers with a passion for Family Law....

Emma Roberts

Manchester M3 7BB

Child Support Solicitor Manchester

13 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Emma joined Stephensons in 2019 as a solicitor in the family law department based in the Manchester office. She was made an associate later in the same year. Emma studied for her undergraduate degree at the University of...

Michelle Camacho

London EC3V 3ND

Child Support Solicitor London

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

In my almost 22 years, as a Family Lawyer I would say the most rewarding aspect of what I do is build relationships with my clients and help them to successfully move on with their lives without all...

Catherine Watkins

Cwmbran NP44 1UG

Child Support Solicitor Cwmbran

29 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Catherine Watkins is an experienced family and property lawyer based in Cwmbran & Barry and cover South wales & Bristol, with 29 years of legal expertise. Fluent in both English and Welsh, Catherine is a key member of...

Jacqueline MCCAULAY

Surrey SM3 9AA

Child Support Solicitor Surrey

24 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Jacqueline McCaulay is a highly experienced family law solicitor based in Surrey, with 24 years of expertise in divorce, matrimonial finance, and children matters. She provides tailored legal solutions to clients facing complex family law issues, ensuring a...

Helen Bowns

Warwickshire CV37 6YX

Child Support Solicitor Warwickshire

29 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Helen Bowns is a solicitor based in Warwickshire with 29 years of experience in family law. She specializes in divorce, child custody, adoption, child support, domestic violence and abuse, property division, and children law, including civil partnerships. With...

Calum WHELAN

Liverpool L5 6PX

Child Support Solicitor Liverpool

8 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Calum Whelan is an experienced solicitor based in Liverpool, specializing in family law, divorce, and wills, trusts, and estates. With eight years of legal experience, he is a key member of Paul Crowley & Co, where he has...

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Reina D'Costa

Harrow HA5 1BN

Child Support Solicitor Harrow

Does not accept legal aid

Reina D’costa, the founder of Bizlaw UK, is a savvy, practical and proactive UK Solicitor (dual qualified in the UK and India). She has many years of legal experience and great testimonials. She has a proven track record...

Prashant Chaudhary

Southall UB1 3DB

Child Support Solicitor Southall

Does not accept legal aid

Prashant Chaudhary is a specialist solicitor based in Southall, offering expert legal services in Family Law, Wills, Trusts, and Estate matters. With a wealth of experience, he provides comprehensive legal support tailored to his clients' needs, handling everything...

Deborah Reynolds

Pentre CF41 7LY

Child Support Solicitor Pentre

41 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Deborah Reynolds is a highly experienced solicitor based in Pentre, with 41 years of legal expertise. Specialising in family law, litigation, and wills, trusts, and estates, she has built a long-standing reputation for providing professional and client-focused legal...

Ekra Afzal

Halifax HX1 2QR

Child Support Solicitor Halifax

9 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Ekra Afzal is a dedicated solicitor based in West Yorkshire, with nine years of experience in immigration, personal injury, and criminal injury compensation claims including sensitive and complex cases involving domestic and sexual abuse.She has a strong track record of securing justice for vulnerable clients, many of whom...

Nilu Bhatti

Berkshire RG45 7AX

Child Support Solicitor Berkshire

33 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

I joined Rowberrys in 1999 as a Partner and have many years’ experience in all areas of law, but with particular focus on Family Law. I also handle other work for Rowberrys’ clients, including Personal Injury claims, Contract...

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