Matti Lamb & Associates
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Parenting arrangements
Parenting arrangements can address issues such as where children live, how much time they spend with each parent and other specific issues in relation to education or healthcare. Under family law legislation parenting arrangements must be made in the best interests of the child. There is a presumption that shared parental responsibility is best for the child, but this will not be the case in all situations. Shared parental responsibility means that parents are required to consult each other regarding long term decisions for the child and does not necessarily mean that the child will spend equal time with each parent. Parenting arrangements can be achieved through a parenting plan, consent orders or court proceedings.
Divorce
An application for divorce can be made if a marriage has irretrievably broken down. It does not require the consent of both partners. A couple must be separated for 12 months before a divorce application can be made, but separation does not necessarily require you to live in separate residences. If you have children under the age of 18, the court will also need to be satisfied that proper arrangements have been put in place for the care of those children. A divorce order is not required before settling your financial affairs or putting in place parenting arrangements. However, if a divorce has been granted there is a 12-month limitation period within which to bring court proceedings for property settlement or spousal maintenance. If you are outside of the limitation period, you may still have a right to bring court proceedings, depending on the circumstances of your matter.
