Parenting of my Children

Parenting of my children

Following family separation, establishing parenting arrangements is a vital part of creating stability and consistency for your children. Brydens Lawyers understands the challenges that can come with negotiating arrangements, disputing custody decisions and the legalities of child support. Our team of experienced family law specialists are prepared to provide advice on creating comprehensive parenting plans that cover a range of issues so that you and the needs of your family are well-managed.

Whether you require assistance with negotiations or representation in court proceedings, Brydens Lawyers is prepared to handle all aspects of family law. Our family lawyers aim to provide peace of mind through reliable legal support and ensure that all arrangements made are both fair and conducive to fostering a positive environment for your children’s growth and development.

When do you need a family or parenting agreement lawyer?

You need a family or parenting agreement lawyer when:

• Formalising a Parenting Plan: If you are drafting a new parenting plan to outline custody arrangements and visitation schedules, a family lawyer can ensure it is legally binding and serves the best interests of the children.

• Adjusting Existing Agreements: When life circumstances change (relocation, changes in employment, or shifts in a child's needs), a family lawyer can help modify existing parenting agreements to reflect these changes while ensuring compliance with legal standards.

• Family Dispute Resolution: When there is conflict or disagreement over parenting arrangements, a family lawyer can facilitate negotiations and mediate disputes to reach amicable solutions.

• Enforcing Agreements: If one party is not adhering to the terms of a parenting agreement, a family lawyer can assist in enforcing the agreement through the correct legal channels.

• Protecting Parental Rights: A lawyer can help safeguard your parental rights during separations or divorce, ensuring that your relationship with your children is preserved and respected in all legal documentation and divorce proceedings.

Engaging a family lawyer in these scenarios ensures that all agreements are fair, focus on the children’s best interests, and comply with existing family law, providing peace of mind during a stressful time.

Can you receive child support?

Child support is often an important aspect of custody arrangements. Especially where one parent is primarily responsible for the day-to-day aspects of a child’s life, such as living arrangements, expenses and other factors, financial support from the other parent is often needed. This supplementary payment is calculated according to the Child Support Assessment Act. A child support lawyer or family lawyer can help guide you through the assessment process and assist with resolving any disputes that may arise while ensuring your child receives the financial support they are entitled to.

If you believe that you are entitled to receive financial support from your former spouse or partner to aid in your responsibilities to your child or children, contact Brydens Lawyers to arrange a consultation and discuss what arrangement can be made.

What kind of parenting arrangements can be made?

Parenting arrangements and agreements can be requested and drafted for a number of reasons. They may include anything from determining the time children spend with each parent to how decisions regarding the child’s welfare are to be determined. These can be set out through the use of a parenting plan or formal parenting agreement. Parenting plans offer flexibility and are easier to update, whereas parenting agreements are legally enforceable, which can assist with the resolution of disputes and ensure compliance from all parties.

What will Brydens Lawyers assist you with?

Our family law team at Brydens Lawyers is proficient in all facets of family law. From creating detailed parenting plans tailored to your specific needs to handling complex child support matters. We assist in making parenting plans enforceable, provide representation for child support assessments, and offer mediation services to help you reach an amicable agreement efficiently and respectfully.

Why are Brydens Lawyers the best family lawyers for you?

At Brydens Lawyers, we combine deep legal expertise with a compassionate understanding of the challenges faced by families during separation. We are committed to delivering personalised solutions that protect the best interests of your children, while ensuring your parental rights are fully preserved. Our approachable team is dedicated to providing clear, straightforward advice and robust representation, making us experts in providing effective family law services. Contact Brydens Lawyers today to arrange for a consultation to discuss your family law case.