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child benefit query

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catkin14 · 21/08/2013 23:17

I have split from my husband and our youngest DS (age 14) lives with me.
I get approx £80 pm child benefit.
My exh says he should have half of this although DS never stays with him (he has a new partner) and never spends more than 3 hours a week with him.

Is this my money as DS lives with me?
We are now divorcing after a long marriage and Exh is not happy that I am entitled to half our assets so he is being very difficult.

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RobotHamster · 21/08/2013 23:21

CB goes to the resident parent AFAIK. he's got no claim.
Does he pay maintenance?

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catkin14 · 21/08/2013 23:27

He does pay maintenance, he is a very high earner and really does not need half my CB!

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Collaborate · 21/08/2013 23:28

It's all yours. You're entitled to CSA maintenance from him as well. The split in the capital may not be 50/50. You may be entitled to more than half. Make sure you get proper legal advice.

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catkin14 · 21/08/2013 23:37

Yes thanks, dont worry I have a very good solicitor! I am dealing with a ruthless man!

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