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Divorce Easy provides professional guidance for establishing or modifying child and spousal support, ensuring fair, clear, and affordable solutions that align with Alberta family law and respect everyone’s needs.
Child Support is the contribution made by one parent to the other to support the child’s basic living requirements such as food, housing and clothing. The amount is the child’s right to ensure they are benefiting financially from both parents. Child support in Alberta can be dealt with at the same time as filing for a divorce, or if the parties are not ready to proceed with the divorce, then it can be dealt with separately.
Child support in Alberta is calculated using a “Table look-up” which is based on the Federal Child Support Guidelines and takes income, parenting arrangements and number of children into consideration. If one party is not cooperating in providing their income, then child support can be calculated by using alternative methods.
Child support is mandatory in Alberta; however, it can be reserved or removed as long as both parties are in a mutual agreement. Under special circumstances, it may be reserved or removed as long as both parties are in agreement.
Whether going through a separation or not, if you and your spouse are ready to address child support in an open and amicable way, our team at Divorce Easy provides an alternative to going through child support services in Alberta or the court system. We can help you obtain a court child support order along with a court parenting order quickly and affordably.
Child support refers to the financial assistance a parent provides for their child’s living expenses, and special expenses such as education, activities, healthcare, and more, after separation or divorce. In Alberta, child support is calculated based on the Federal Child Support Guidelines and takes into account the income of the payor, parenting arrangements, and the number of children involved.
Spousal support (also known as alimony) is the financial support one spouse may be required to pay to the other after a separation or divorce. The amount and duration of spousal support depend on several factors, including the length of the marriage, the income disparity between the spouses, the recipient’s financial needs, and the payor’s ability to pay. Spousal support ensures that the spouse who may have a lower income or financial hardship after separation is supported. Both child support and spousal support are essential in providing financial stability for families post-divorce.
Child and spousal support are essential for maintaining fair financial support after separation or divorce. At Divorce Easy, our team helps ensure that:
At Divorce Easy, we assist with both child support and spousal support to ensure your arrangements are clear, fair, and legally binding.
We ensure that all child and spousal support agreements are clear, fair, and legally enforceable, protecting both parties’ rights.
With our fixed-cost services, you know exactly what to expect without any hidden fees or surprises.
We simplify the process, ensuring that child support and spousal support agreements are reached quickly and without unnecessary conflict.
From initial calculations to ongoing support, we provide clear guidance every step of the way, helping you understand your rights and obligations.
In addition to basic child support, there are special or extraordinary expenses, known as Section 7 Expenses under the Federal Child Support Guidelines. These are costs that go beyond basic living expenses and are usually shared between parents in proportion to their incomes. This may include:
Unlike the mandatory monthly child support, Section 7 Expenses are additional and must be agreed upon or ordered separately. They are typically divided based on each parent’s income, not a fixed table amount. At Divorce Easy, we can help you clearly outline these costs in your agreement, making sure there are no surprises down the road.
To register with the Maintenance Enforcement Program (MEP) in Alberta, you must have a court order for support and be the recipient or payor of the order. If you’re not receiving child or spousal support, you can apply to MEP to collect the owed amounts. MEP will continue enforcement until the order expires or the registered party withdraws in writing. If you’re struggling to receive support payments, Divorce Easy can assist with your MEP application. Book a consultation today to get started!
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