Technology can be of great assistance when needing to look after children that span two households.
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Parenting orders may be changed by the Court if it can be demonstrated there is a significant change in circumstances.
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Simply because parenting orders have come from a court, it does not mean they will be followed. In such situations, what actions can be taken?
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As you work to sort out the parenting arrangements for your children, keep in mind the 10 points presented by Gabrielle Howley.
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Can someone who is not a parent of a child seek orders to be allowed to see them? There are some tests to meet but not impossible and you will need a lawyer by your side.
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Recording parents’ agreement on childrens’ arrangements in writing is often a good idea.
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Gabrielle explains the important concept of parental responsibility under the Family Law Act.
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There are many questions about co-parenting in the current pandemic environment. This fact sheet will answer many of them for you.
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Any person concerned about the care of a child, their welfare or development can see Orders but do need to speak with their lawyer first.
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It is not certain that the costs for sporting activities (or other similar extras-curricular activities) will fall within the child support system. So who pays?
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A Parenting Plan documents the agreed plan between parents to care for their children. As with any agreement legal advice can help you avoid unexpected pitfalls.
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Family law matters involving children are understandably emotional and everyone wants to help by offering advice. Much of this advice is in the form of misinformation about the age where children can decide for themselves the parenting arrangements they want.
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It's a wonderful time of year... so the saying goes but in the world of family law Christmas can often be one of the hardest times. Whether a relationship is on its last legs, or the split is new or it is one of many Christmas seasons you have spent apart arrangements can often still be difficult.
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