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Application to change parenting orders because of children’s changed views dismissed
An Application to change a parenting order is an uphill battle, which will not lightly be entertained by a Court as to do so would invite endless litigation. When will a court change a parenting order? For a court to reverse an earlier parenting order, it must be...
Interim Parenting Orders
Why can’t the judge make the orders I want at the first court date? When a parenting dispute is before the family law court, until a trial, a judge is not permitted to make findings of fact in relation to the issues in dispute between the parties. At a trial,...
Unilateral relocation of children
You are required to obtain the consent of the other parent if a relocation of children is on the cards and you intend to relocate to a location which would make regular, meaningful time between the children and the other parent substantially more difficult. There is...
When Can You Change Your Children’s Surname?
After separation, it is common for parents to change their surname, whether it be by reverting to their maiden name or when they remarry. Some parents never share the same surname. When separation occurs, some parents feel that it is confusing for a child to have a different surname to them, particularly if the child is spending very little time with the other parent. So, when can you change your childrens surname?
Finally revealed: Top 10 things people do wrong in child custody matters
Child Custody matters are likely to be one of the most difficult, stressful and traumatic experiences you will ever go through. After all, our children are our priority right? But fighting for child custody can become a bitter legal battle, which has emotional costs...
