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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...
What is substantial and significant time?
SUBSTANTIAL AND SIGNIFICANT TIME If you are separating from your partner or spouse and are considering putting an agreement in place to govern parenting issues, it is important to be aware that the Court will not automatically make an order for 50/50 time and will...
Can I go to court without doing mediation first?
Are you wondering whether you can go to court without doing mediation first? In parenting matters, it is a requirement, unless an exception applies, that you participate in Mediation with a Registered Dispute Resolution Practitioner and make a genuine effort to...
Recordings as evidence in Family Court
We are finding that parties are increasingly asking about their right to record their ex-partner and to use those audio or video recordings as evidence in family law proceedings. Read on to answer the important question ‘Can I record a private conversation...
