Child Custody
Child custody is a complicated legal process in Australia. As part of the Family Law Act 1975, parents and guardians may apply for parenting or guardianship orders from the courts. These orders can include a variety of arrangements, including decisions about where the child will live, how contact with each parent will work and any other issues related to the child’s wellbeing.
The court considers various factors when making a decision on parenting arrangements, such as:
– The best interests of the child;
– Whether there has been any family violence;
– The cultural background of the parties involved;
– The views expressed by each party; and
– Any communication between both parties.
Shared parental responsibility, sometimes known as joint custody outside of court, is the most frequent child custody arrangement. This arrangement is normally deemed in the best interests of the kid if there are no child safety risks, such as abuse or violence. However, parental responsibility can also be sole parental responsibility (often known as an out-of-court sole custody agreement), which permits time with the noncustodial parent given there are no child safety concerns.
Our Townsville family attorneys will deliver a personalised strategy, according to your individual case and requirements, to assist you in achieving the best and most equitable outcome. We are negotiating professionals that can assist you in reaching an agreement with your ex-partner through a negotiated settlement. In more difficult cases, we can also assist with mediation and helping families come to an agreement.
It is usually ideal to resolve custody and parenting concerns outside of court whenever possible. Strategic Lawyers will work on your behalf to negotiate and formalise a resolution without the need for lengthy and costly judicial proceedings. If there is no other option but to go to court, you can be confident that Strategic Lawyers Townsville will fight to secure the most equitable outcome and that your interests are well looked after and secured.
At Strategic Lawyers, we understand the complexities of family law and are committed to providing you with the best legal advice concerning child custody. We have experienced family lawyers who will assess your case and provide sound legal guidance on parenting orders.
Our aim is to make sure your rights are protected throughout the entire process, so that you can focus on what’s most important: seeking an outcome that’s in your child’s best interests.
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