What is Covered by Child Support?

What does child support entail?

The role of a parent is widely recognized as both challenging and fulfilling. In cases of divorce or separation, parenting responsibilities are divided. Often, one parent is granted a significant amount of parenting time (or custody) while the other parent is not. In such instances, it is obligatory for the non-custodial parent to comply with a court order for child support.
The primary concern of the court is always the well-being of the children during legal proceedings related to family matters. Contrary to common assumptions and separate from spousal support, child support mandates encompass not only a child’s basic needs but also living expenses, school fees, extracurricular activities, entertainment, and other related costs. The process of establishing child support can involve informal negotiations with the participation of your family attorneys, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods, or a court hearing.
Dealing with a separation or divorce is an emotionally charged and time-intensive process. During this delicate period, your family attorney is available to offer assistance and guidance.

Child support can assist a parent in covering the child’s health insurance, the expenses for after-school care or daycare, and necessities such as food, shelter, clothing, and school supplies.