by Kate Rafton | Mar 22, 2017 | Care & Protection Fact Sheets
In some circumstances, parties will seek to vary or rescind care Orders after they have been made for a period of time. As a general rule, it is extremely difficult to set aside Orders and parties that bring such applications to the Court must show there has been “a...
by Kate Rafton | Mar 22, 2017 | Care & Protection Fact Sheets
As part of your proceedings in the Children’s Court, you have a number of responsibilities to ensure that you receive the best possible outcome for your children. It is important, even though things can get emotive and heated, that where possible you cooperate at all...
by Kate Rafton | Mar 22, 2017 | Care & Protection Fact Sheets
In some cases that we deal with, our clients wish to make a complaint about the handling of their matter and have a grievance or dispute with the Department of Family and Community Services. This fact sheet provides guidance in making a complaint. Please discuss any...
by Kate Rafton | Mar 22, 2017 | Family Law Fact Sheets
When a couple separates it can be one of the most stressful events in an adult life. Some literature suggests that the breakdown of a relationship is the second most distressing incident a person can experience aside from the loss of a child. Not unlike the loss of a...
by Kate Rafton | Mar 22, 2017 | Family Law Fact Sheets
After separation, there will often be a period where there is some uncertainty about future arrangements for the children. Couples essentially have three options available to them for making arrangements for future parenting:- By Informal Agreement By Parenting Plan...
