Federal Child Support Guidelines determine appropriate support levels based on factors including where the children live and parental income. Child support provides for basics such as food, clothing and shelter costs, while extra expenses including child care and medical or dental expenses, activities and extracurricular items, or RESP contributions or post-secondary university costs are typically shared in proportion to parental income. These extra expenses are often referred to as “Section 7” expenses, as they fall under section 7 of the Guidelines.
We provide guidance to families who are paying or receiving child support, taking into consideration the unique circumstances of each client. We draw upon a strong network of professional accountants and financial specialists to assist with tax issues, budgeting and determining incomes for support purposes, when needed.
24 October 2023
Family Law, Firm News, Immigration Law, Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Raha Seyed Ali and Erika Hertz joined Watson Goepel LLP in June and July 2023 respectively. We are pleased to welcome them to our legal team. Raha Seyed Ali Raha Seyed Ali joined our Family and Immigration Law Groups as an Associate at Watson Goepel LLP. Prior to joining Watson Goepel, Raha worked at other…
31 August 2023
Family Law, Firm News, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Personal Injury
In the dynamic and complex world of law, having a strong and capable legal team by your side can make all the difference. At Watson Goepel LLP, we take immense pride in announcing that several of our outstanding lawyers have been recognized as The Best Lawyers in Canada™ in the upcoming 2024 edition. This esteemed…
11 July 2023
It is an unfortunate reality that divorce, or a relationship breakdown, can occur when someone is going through personal injury litigation. The stress of being injured in an accident and missing work can often cause strain and tension in a relationship. In such cases, clients often wonder if their upcoming settlement will need to be…
8 March 2023
Employment Law, Family Law, International Women's Day
This article is part of a series of educational blog posts created by a team of Watson Goepel women lawyers in light of International Women’s Day 2023, to empower, celebrate, and encourage women in Canada. Defining Surrogacy A surrogate mother is a woman who carries a baby full term on behalf of someone else. In some cases, the…
