Everyone disagrees from time to time, and when you’re busy parenting, working, and dealing with life in general, it can be stressful. The Effects of Parental Conflict on Children However, high levels of conflict between parents can put your child at risk and have a negative impact on their sense of self and safety. Understanding…
When deciding parenting orders, the court’s first and most important consideration is what is going to be best for the children. If a judge feels a child might be in danger as a result of spending time with one parent, orders could be made that will prevent that parent from seeing their child. In a…
There are various factors that the Court considers when deciding if parties were in a “de facto” relationship. One of those factors is whether there are any children of the relationship or if the parties support and care for children. This factor, however, does not always mean that there is in fact a de facto relationship. …
When parents separate and get divorced, it can be a particularly distressing time for children. They may be uncertain about their future, where they’re going to live, and how often they will be spending time with each parent. Sometimes, a child will ask not to spend time with one of their parents, even if there…
Relationship breakdowns can be hurtful, bitter and full of angry recriminations. If that unfortunate behaviour spills over onto any children involved in the split, it can have a damaging effect. When parents simply can’t get along, and express negative feelings about the other, particularly in front of their children, it’s called toxic co-parenting. One of…
The process for divorce can be tough for the couple to go through, but it is significantly harder for the child involved. So much of their future becomes more uncertain, but a child’s living arrangements is one of the first things that would have to be resolved. Many elements have to be considered when it…
Child custody is already a pressing issue in today’s world, especially considering the legal parameters set around the topic of divorce and separation. It is in each parents’ best interest to decide on who gets to keep the children. Australian states always place the child’s interests at the forefront of any legal case in which…
Best Practice for Determining Child Support Agreements Separation is a trying time for parents, who sometimes overlook the impact on their children. An essential practice of family law is coming up with a Child Support Agreement, which serves to maintain the children’s quality of life amid a separated family. If you remain financially obligated to…
The Ins and Outs of Step-Parent Adoption in Queensland Becoming a step-parent is a significant change for both you and the child in question. After years of getting to know your step-daughter or step-son, it might only be natural to consider formally adopting them with the help of a family solicitor. Sometimes, step-parent adoption can…
The Family Law act is in place to set guidelines across a broad range of topics related to separating families. Family Law Act 1975 – Relevant Sections. It encourages all involved parties to come to an arrangement that is most beneficial for the children. The written agreement is the first step in developing a…
