Child Support Lawyers in Mississauga

Child Support Lawyers in Mississauga

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Ensuring Fair Support for You and Your Children

When parents separate or divorce, ensuring the financial well-being of the children is a top priority. At Prudent Law, our experienced Child Support Lawyers in Mississauga provide trusted legal guidance to help you understand your rights and responsibilities under Ontario’s family law. Whether you are the paying or receiving parent, we work to ensure child support is calculated fairly and in compliance with the law.

We know that child support matters can become contentious and emotional. That’s why we focus on clear advice, practical solutions, and strong advocacy—whether you’re negotiating an agreement or navigating a dispute. Book a Consultation with one of our Child Support Lawyers today.

Ensuring Fair Support for You and Your Children

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What Is Child Support?

Child support is a legal obligation for parents to contribute financially to the care and upbringing of their children. In Ontario, both parents share this responsibility—even if they are no longer living together or if parenting time is unequal.

Under the Federal Child Support Guidelines, the parent with less parenting time typically pays a monthly amount to the other parent to help cover:

  • Basic living expenses (food, clothing, shelter)
  • Education and school supplies
  • Transportation and healthcare
  • Extra-curricular activities (in some cases)

Our Mississauga Child Support Lawyers help clients understand how the Guidelines apply to their situation and ensure support amounts are fair and enforceable.

Who Pays Child Support?

Child support is generally paid by the non-residential parent—the one who has the child for less than 40% of the time. However, even in shared parenting situations, one parent may still be required to pay support if their income is higher.

Child support is calculated based on:

  • The payor’s gross annual income
  • The number of children
  • The province where the payor lives (which affects the table amounts)

We help you determine what amount is appropriate and ensure full financial disclosure is exchanged, as required by law.

Special or Extraordinary Expenses

In addition to base (or “table”) child support, parents may be required to contribute to special or extraordinary expenses under Section 7 of the Guidelines. These may include:

  • Childcare needed for a parent to work or go to school
  • Medical and dental expenses not covered by insurance
  • Private school tuition
  • Post-secondary education costs
  • Competitive sports or extracurricular activities

These costs are usually shared proportionally based on each parent’s income. Our lawyers can help you negotiate or litigate fair contributions to Section 7 expenses and ensure all costs are properly documented.

How Long Does Child Support Last?

In Ontario, child support typically continues:

  • Until the child turns 18, unless they are still dependent due to school, illness, or disability
  • As long as the child is enrolled full-time in post-secondary education
  • Indefinitely, in the case of children with ongoing special needs

The specific duration may vary based on your agreement or court order. If you’re unsure whether support should continue or can be varied, our Child Support Lawyers will provide clear, up-to-date legal advice.

Changing or Ending Child Support

Circumstances change. If either parent experiences a significant change in income, job loss, or if the child’s situation changes, it may be possible to modify an existing child support agreement or court order.

Our services include:

  • Filing for a variation of support
  • Negotiating changes through mediation
  • Applying to court to reduce, increase, or terminate support
  • Responding to enforcement actions

We’ll help you present a clear and compelling case to support your position—whether in mediation or court.

Enforcing Child Support Orders

When support isn’t paid as ordered, the Family Responsibility Office (FRO) can enforce payment through measures like:

  • Garnishing wages
  • Seizing tax refunds or bank accounts
  • Suspending driver’s licences or passports

Our Child Support Lawyers help you file or respond to FRO enforcement actions, protect your financial interests, and ensure that court orders are respected.

Why Work With Prudent Law’s Child Support Lawyers?

At Prudent Law, we offer:

  • Deep experience in Ontario child support law
  • Personalized strategies that protect your rights
  • Strong negotiation and litigation skills
  • Compassionate guidance through difficult family transitions
  • Clear communication and responsive service

We understand how important child support is to your family’s financial stability. Our goal is to resolve disputes efficiently while securing the best possible outcome for you and your children.

Speak With Our Mississauga Child Support Lawyer

Our team of Child Support Lawyers in Mississauga will guide you through every step with confidence and care.

Book a Consultation or Speak with a Family Lawyer Today to get the advice you need.

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    FAQs

    Child support is a financial obligation that ensures both parents contribute to their child’s living expenses after separation or divorce. Typically, the parent with less parenting time (the non-residential parent) is required to pay child support to the parent with primary care of the child.

    Child support is calculated using the Federal Child Support Guidelines, which consider the paying parent’s gross annual income, the number of children, and the province of residence. The guidelines provide a base monthly amount known as “table support.”

    Yes. In addition to base support, parents may be required to share special or extraordinary expenses (known as Section 7 expenses), including childcare, medical costs, private school tuition, and post-secondary education. These costs are usually shared in proportion to each parent’s income.

    Yes. Either parent can apply to change or vary a child support order if there has been a material change in circumstances, such as job loss, income changes, or changes in the child’s needs. Our Child Support Lawyers can guide you through the variation process.

    If child support payments are not being made, you can seek enforcement through the Family Responsibility Office (FRO). The FRO has the authority to collect payments through wage garnishments, bank seizures, and licence suspensions. Our lawyers can assist you with enforcement applications.

    Possibly. Even in shared parenting arrangements, one parent may still have to pay support if there is a difference in income. The amount is typically calculated based on the “set-off” method, which considers both parents’ guideline amounts.

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