Family and criminal law
Organising records of unpaid maintenance
The records should allow your lawyer to compare the obligation with payments received and amounts outstanding.
How to prepare
1. Set out the facts
Keep the decision or agreement establishing the obligation. Prepare a month-by-month table of amounts due, received and outstanding, supported by receipts.
2. Organise your documents
Add demands and payment-related communications. Identify what you know and avoid presenting assumptions about someone’s finances as established facts.
3. Prepare your questions
Discuss how civil recovery relates to possible criminal proceedings. The appropriate route depends on the facts and legal requirements.
Your consultation checklist
Continue according to your situation
Explore the related service ↗ · Legal dictionary · Prepare a consultation
You can consult even if documents are missing. Mention any imminent date when booking.