In two user-friendly volumes, this practical handbook brings practitioners developments in the field of child support, taking the uncertainty out of their dealings with the Agency's remit, powers and procedures and offering indispensable advice on how to calculate the correct level of support first time round. It can also be used when challenging a decision of the Agency or an assessment. Volume 1 covers all the changes brought about by the Child Support Act 1995 and 1996 Regulations and includes a chapter on departure directions. Written by a specialist in family law, it examines all the major amendments which have an impact on the calculation of child support. Used in conjunction with the important source materials and other useful reference tools in Volume 2, this second edition will prove an invaluable time saving aid in an area which is a potential minefield for the family lawyer. Offers practitioners the expertise of a specialist in family law at their fingertips; Practical - contains worked examples, useful reference information, statutory materials, tables of time limits and addresses which are easy to access and save valuable time; Contains all the information required to