How much should I pay for child support in Panama City?

Recht & Finanzen vor 5Std 4 answers • Leandro Cardoso

I'm a Brazilian expat living in Panama City with my child. I'm separated from the mother and we're negotiating child support. I earn around $800 a month and my fixed personal expenses are around $250. I also have private health insurance for my child, but I'm not sure if it will increase my costs. The mother earns roughly the same as me and says her fixed expenses (rent and services) take up almost half her paycheck. She's keeping a record of her expenses and says she'll go to court if we can't agree on a payment plan.

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Kieran L • vor 4Std

Always, absolutely always, go to court and hire a family law specialist. Don't make deals over the phone or follow random advice. If you don't, you'll get caught in a trap.

omar95 • vor 3Std

As others have said, hire a good family lawyer. In cases like this, always put your emotions aside and do things by the book. Relationships can last as long as they last, but court agreements are forever.

olivia • vor 2Std

I recommend setting up voluntary child support. She can ask for any amount she wants, but in reality, it's different, and from my experience, your child's support and pension become the tool she uses to get back at you.

Miguel • vor 53Min

Hire a lawyer to advise you and tell you what's legal. Go to the family court and ask them to set up child support and alimony according to the judge's instructions. After that, you're free to give more if you can and want to.

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