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Category: Children and Parenting


Agreement of parenting plan

Parenting Plan or Consent Order – what’s best for me?

In this article, we will look at the various ways to formalise a parenting agreement and what will work best for you.
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6 Steps to manage negotiating parenting arrangements with your ex

6 Steps to manage negotiating parenting arrangements with your ex

Going through a separation or divorce can be a difficult process. In this article, we provide you with some tips and practical advice on how to navigate the process of parenting arrangements as smoothly and effectively as possible.
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Can my child decide which parent they want to live with?

Can my children decide where to live?

A child can’t make the sole decision about where they live and with whom but their view is one of many factors considered by the family law courts.
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Can I relocate with the children after separation, without the consent of the other parent?

Child relocation in family law

If you wonder whether or not you or your former partner are able to relocate with the children, this article will assist you to understand your obligations and options.
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What is disclosure in family law?

Duty of disclosure in family law

As separating couples navigate the family law system, they might hear the term “disclosure” referred to frequently by their lawyer or the Court. In this blog, we look at your duty of disclosure in family law.
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Our comprehensive overview of all the benefits related to an amicable separation from your former partner

The advantages of an amicable separation from your partner

When separating from your partner, there are many things you will be turning your mind to; like parenting arrangements if there are children, property settlement and spousal maintenance. Even if you agree on arrangements, it's still worthwhile formalising that agreement.
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With artificial insemination, is the sperm donor considered a parent of the child?

Donor Agreements – is the sperm donor a legal parent?

In this blog, we will look at Donor Agreements, parentage and the result of a case involving a sperm donation.
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Co-parenting apps to assist separated parents

Co-parenting apps for separated parents

In this blog, we will look at the common features of co-parenting apps and some of the popular apps being used by separated parents.
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