Ensuring Your Child is Financially Secure

Child Support & Maintenance Solicitors

Ensuring your child receives the correct level of financial support after a separation is a legal priority. Our expert child law solicitors provide clear, authoritative advice on child maintenance calculations and legally binding agreements to secure your child's financial future.

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I recently had the pleasure of working with Mr Mahmood from Wildings Solicitors for the purchase of my home, and I cannot recommend their services highly enough. He was incredibly knowledgeable, pleasant, and helpful throughout the entire process. They ensured everything went smoothly and kept me informed every step of the way. Their dedication and professionalism made a significant difference, and I am extremely grateful for their hard work.
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Farzana, the receptionist, was exceptionally efficient and friendly. Soyod, our solicitor, dealt with what needed to be done in a timely fashion and made sure we had copies of what had been completed. I was very pleased with the service and will use this branch again for future needs.
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wilding were handling the paperwork during the sale of my property. my case was seen by tafsir fahim Khan. I had excellent communication from him with very thorough accurate information provided for realistic deadlines to complete the deal. I would happily seek their services if needed again. I would highly recommend them too.
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I would highly recommend Wildings Solicitors. Our move wasn’t easy but Daniyaal mehmood worked hard to get our move done.seller solicitors so much mess around but Daniel show so much patients to them .Communication was excellent, he always answered my calls and email.we are first time buyer a lot questions in mind always answers calmly.I can not thank them enough. I lady who work in reception so nice ,So professional.In Sha Allah definitely will come again to wilding solicitor in future.
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Very happy with the service. Mr Tafsir Khan has been very helpful and professional during all the process of moving house .
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I cannot say enough good things about Wildings Solicitors. They were incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and efficient throughout the entire process. They made a stressful situation so much easier to navigate and I am extremely grateful for their expertise. I would highly recommend their services to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you, Wildings Solicitors, for your outstanding work!
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We purchased a house a few months ago using this company we was allocated a very professional thorough gentleman called Daniyaal Mahmood. Amazing service quick fast and easy knew exactly what he was doing it’s stressful as it is buying a house but our experience was calm and dealt with in a professional manner was available all the time over the phone and email quick response as forst time buyers you do have 101 questions! Very happy will 100% recommend and will definitely be using the services again! Thank you daniyaal for everything highly appreciated! :)
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They are very professional solicitors especially neelam afzal.she helped me with my case from start to end.she updated me at every stage of the case.i highly recommended to everyone.

Child Maintenance: When You Need a Solicitor

For most families, child maintenance is calculated by the government's Child Maintenance Service (CMS). However, a specialist solicitor is vital for ensuring fairness in complex situations and for making your agreement legally binding.

High Income Earners

The CMS formula only applies to gross weekly incomes up to £3,000. For incomes above this threshold, you will need a solicitor to apply to the court for a 'top-up' order to ensure a fair level of support.

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School Fees & Extra Costs

Standard child maintenance does not cover private school fees or costs for disabilities. A solicitor is required to negotiate and formalise these extra payments in a court order.

Arrange for Extras

Making an Agreement Legally Binding

If you reach a private agreement, it is not legally enforceable. We can draft your agreement into a Consent Order, giving you the power to enforce it if payments are missed.

Make it Legally Binding
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A Fair & Child-Focused Approach

Child maintenance exists for one reason: to provide for your child's needs. Our approach is to remove the emotion and focus on achieving a fair, sustainable, and legally sound financial arrangement that provides security and stability for your child's future.

  • Clarity & Transparency: We explain the complex rules in simple terms so you can make informed decisions.
  • Skilled Negotiation: We are experts at negotiating fair agreements that protect your child's standard of living.
  • Robust Legal Orders: We ensure your agreement is made legally watertight to prevent future conflict and non-payment.
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"The Advice I Was Given Was Clear and Helpful"

"I was daunted by the financial side of my divorce. The team at Wildlings were brilliant. They explained everything clearly, were very efficient, and secured a financial settlement that was better than I had hoped for. A very professional service."

- Google Review

"Dealt with my case in a very professional but friendly and approachable manner. The service was excellent and communication was very good. I was always kept informed of any developments. I would highly recommend this firm of solicitors."

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"The service was nothing short of excellent, kept up to date every step of the way. When required, everything was explained in a clear and concise way enabling me to make informed decisions. Would definitely recommend."

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Common Questions About Child Maintenance

How is child maintenance calculated in the UK?

The Child Maintenance Service (CMS) uses a set formula based on the paying parent's gross annual income, the number of children they have, and how many nights the children stay with them on average. We can provide you with an estimate of what you should pay or receive.

How long does child maintenance have to be paid?

Child maintenance is typically paid until a child turns 16, or until they turn 20 if they are in full-time, non-advanced education (such as A-Levels or equivalent). It does not cover university education.

What happens if the paying parent's income changes?

If there is a significant change in the paying parent's income (usually 25% or more), either parent can apply to the CMS for a recalculation. If your agreement is part of a court order, you would need a solicitor to apply to the court to vary the order.

Get Clarity on Your Child Maintenance Arrangements

Don't leave your child's financial future to chance. Contact our expert family solicitors for a confidential consultation to ensure your arrangements are fair and secure.

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