When you may need help
The other parent has stopped contributing, pays irregularly or has moved to another country. To choose the next steps, it is important to establish whether an agreement or court decision already exists, where the payer lives and what is known about their income. Obtaining a decision and actually recovering money are separate stages.
What we can do
- Review documents on parentage, the child’s expenses and previous payments.
- Prepare an agreement or claims for submission to the competent authority.
- Check the enforcement procedure and international cooperation mechanisms for recovery abroad.
What to prepare for the consultation
- The child’s birth certificate and information about the parties’ residences.
- Any agreement, court decision or enforcement documents.
- A calculation of the child’s expenses, payment statements and information about arrears.
If some documents are missing, start by describing the situation: we will identify what else needs to be obtained. In the first form, the country, the nature of the matter and important dates are enough; document numbers and scans are not needed.
What to bear in mind
Recovery rules abroad depend on the country and the applicable international mechanisms. The same procedure or timeframe cannot be promised in advance for every country.
Process and cost
- You describe the situation and the outcome you want.
- We clarify the circumstances, the country and the documents needed for review.
- Before paid work begins, we agree on its scope, cost and format: consultation, document preparation or representation.
The cost depends on the volume of documents, the stage of the case and the need for involvement in another country. Court fees, notarial acts, translations and expert assessments are discussed separately if required. The outcome depends on the circumstances, evidence and decisions of the competent authorities.
Frequently asked question
Can I seek help if a child support decision already exists?
Yes. We will start by checking its enforcement: where the document was submitted, what measures have been taken and whether the decision needs recognition in the debtor’s country.
Can I get help with “Child support and maintenance” if I live abroad?
We can start remotely while you are abroad. In your first message, state where you live and where the relevant party, property or authority is located. We will check whether a representative can take particular steps and whether the procedure requires your personal participation.
Does my country of residence decide which law applies to “Child support and maintenance”?
No. Your place of residence alone does not decide which law applies. Relevant factors can include the countries connected to the parties, where an event or contractual duty took place, where property is located and which authority is handling the matter. We first check the connection to Ukraine, the potentially applicable law and whether local counsel in another country is needed.
What if I do not have all the documents for “Child support and maintenance”?
You do not need a complete file to make an initial inquiry. Give us a short timeline, your desired outcome, important dates and a list of the documents you already have. Document numbers and scans are not needed in the first inquiry; after clarifying the facts, we will identify what is missing.
What determines the cost of help with “Child support and maintenance”, and can I limit the scope?
Before paid work begins, we agree on its format, specific steps, deliverables and fee. The cost depends on the materials, stage of the matter and any work involving another country. Court or official fees, notarial acts, translations and expert reviews are discussed separately if needed.
Can you guarantee the outcome or timeframe for “Child support and maintenance”?
No. We cannot promise a decision by a court or authority, or the actions of another party. After reviewing the facts, we explain the available options, evidence needed, risks and the timing of our own work. The overall duration can also depend on other parties, authorities and cross-border procedures; tell us promptly about notices and dates.