Direct answer: Under Article 176 of the Family Code, an illegitimate child is under the parental authority of the mother. The father’s recognition of the child does not by itself give him joint parental authority. If the mother later marries and her spouse seeks permanent legal filiation with the child, that is a separate step-parent…
Direct answer: As a general rule, the father and mother jointly exercise parental authority over their common legitimate children. For an illegitimate child, Article 176 of the Family Code places parental authority with the mother. For the complete framework, see Child Custody and Parental Authority in the Philippines. What Is Parental Authority? Article 209 describes…
A voluntary child support agreement can work, but a court order offers stronger formal enforcement. Learn the practical differences and when a written agreement may not be enough.
A child support case usually depends on proof of filiation, the child’s needs, prior demands, payments, and the paying parent’s financial capacity.
Child support can be increased or reduced when the child’s needs or the paying parent’s resources materially change. Learn what evidence can justify modification.
Philippine child support can cover food, housing, clothing, medical care, education and transportation, subject to the child’s needs and the family’s financial capacity.
Back child support may be recoverable, but Article 203 generally makes support payable from the date of judicial or extrajudicial demand. Learn why written demand and payment records matter.
Direct answer: Child support does not automatically stop simply because a child turns 18. Article 194 of the Family Code includes education or training for a profession, trade, or vocation within legal support, even beyond the age of majority, when the circumstances justify it. For the complete support framework, see Child Support and Family Support…
Direct answer: A child support claim is generally pursued by making a documented demand for support and, if payment is refused or inadequate, filing through the appropriate remedy. Use the Barangay, VAWC or Family Court guide to compare routes. The claimant should be prepared to prove the child’s entitlement, the child’s needs, and the financial…
Direct answer: If a father who is legally obliged to support his child refuses or fails to do so, the mother may make a formal written demand and, if necessary, file an action for support. If job loss is raised as the reason for nonpayment, see child support when a parent has no job. The…