Parenting Arrangements

Parenting arrangements focus on how parents and carers share responsibility for their children following separation or changes in family circumstances. These arrangements can raise concerbs about care, decision-making, and the interaction between daily life and longer-term planning.

We help:

  • Clarify living, care, and communication arrangements for children
  • Understand how decision-making responsibilities may be shared between parents and carers
  • Support clear and organised arrangements that prioritise children’s needs
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We Understand What You Are Going Through

Parenting arrangements involve decisions about how children are cared for and how responsibilities are shared following separation or changes in family circumstances. You may be working through questions about day-to-day care, time spent with each parent, or how decisions about education, health, and other important matters are made.

These arrangements often involve balancing practical realities with children’s developmental and emotional needs. Differences in views between parents, changes in routines, or uncertainty about how arrangements should operate in practice can add complexity, particularly where a clear structure is needed to support stability.

We understand the importance of thoughtful parenting arrangements. We help you consider options that support clarity, consistency, and a child-focused approach moving forward.

Our Services Include

  • Advising on parenting arrangements following separation or changes in family circumstances
  • Assisting with the preparation of parenting plans and parenting agreements
  • Supporting applications for parenting orders through the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
  • Advising on parental responsibility and decision-making for children
  • Assisting with variations to existing parenting arrangements as circumstances change
  • Supporting dispute resolution processes where agreement cannot be reached
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    You’ll discuss your situation in depth with a senior lawyer. This includes exploring your requirements, goals, and desired outcomes. You’ll walk away from this meeting with a clear understanding of the next steps.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are parenting arrangements?
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Parenting arrangements set out how children are cared for and how parental responsibilities are shared following separation or changes in family circumstances. They focus on practical issues such as time, communication, and decision-making.
How are parenting arrangements usually put in place?
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Parenting arrangements may be agreed between parents, documented in a parenting plan, or formalised through court orders. The approach often depends on the level of agreement and the circumstances involved.
What is parental responsibility?
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Parental responsibility refers to the authority to make decisions about major long-term issues for a child, such as education, health, and religious upbringing. It can be shared or allocated depending on the circumstances.
Can parenting arrangements change over time?
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Yes. Parenting arrangements may be reviewed where circumstances change, such as a child’s needs, schooling, or a parent’s work or living arrangements. Flexibility is often important as children grow.
What happens if parents cannot agree on parenting arrangements?
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Where agreement cannot be reached, dispute resolution may be required before applying to court. In some cases, parenting orders may be sought to provide clarity and structure around arrangements.

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