Whitehead & Associates

Many parents pay Child Support or Spousal Support to an ex-spouse. Existing payments were calculated based on the paying person's income for child support. Spousal Support if payable, was calculated on the respective incomes of both parties, the length of the relationship and other factors. Common to both payments is the determination of the paying person's income. If you or someone you know has been laid off, or had a substantial change to income it may be impossible for... you to continue to pay Child Support or Spousal Support at the same level. Depending on how long you anticipate being off work, or having reduced income, you may want to simply use savings to make up the gap, or you may want to look at changing/varying the current payment amounts. If both the payor and receiver are in agreement to a temporary or extended change, it may be possible to do a consent order ensuring that Maintenance Enforcement adjusts the amounts due and does not take steps to enforce the payments. We would be happy to helps draft the required documents. If both the payor and receiver are not in agreement, we would be happy to discuss options and provide advice. As a starting point, the payor should notify the receiver of the loss or change in income immediately.

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Like many people I have had more time to reflect on things during quarantine. Rather than focusing on things I can’t do, I’ve looked for opportunities. Today I was able to attend online training in collaborative family law, as part of my ongoing professional development. The collaborative approach to finding solutions which address the concerns of the parties can help families address the added concerns around parenting during this pandemic. If you or someone you know is st...ruggling through a Separation or Divorce during this difficult time, a collaborative approach may help them. For more information or advice, call us at 902-429-7272, or email me at [email protected].

After some adjustments to our office we remain open to help our clients during the current health crisis. Although we are not meeting in person, we continue to be available by telephone, email and Skype or FaceTime. We are available during regular business hours if you would like advice or to move forward with a particular matter.... Stay safe and healthy. Sincerely, Whitehead &Associates