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Are Children Still Protected by a Family Violence Intervention Order After They Turn 18?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. In Victoria, and across Australia, a person legally becomes an adult at 18. This milestone brings new rights and responsibilities—like voting, obtaining a driver’s licence, and the end of parenting orders under the Family Law Act 1975. But what happens to Family Violence Intervention Orders (FVIVOs) when a child … Are Children Still Protected by a Family Violence Intervention Order After They Turn 18?

Changes to parenting in the Family Law Act – one year on

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. On 6 May 2024 some significant changes were made to the Family Law Act in relation to parenting matters, especially parenting orders. The obligations in relation to mediation prior to making a Court application, and attempting to resolve disputed parenting matters remain the same. So, what do the changes … Changes to parenting in the Family Law Act – one year on

What happens if you breach parenting orders?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. One of the advantages of having Court orders for your parenting arrangements are that these are enforceable.  See our earlier article in our Parenting After Separation series here: Parenting after separation – What’s the best way to document your agreement? | Family Law Parenting orders can be varied by written agreement … What happens if you breach parenting orders?

Parenting after separation – What’s the best way to document your agreement?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. You’ve agreed on how your children will spend time with you and your ex-partner now that you’ve separated.  You may have an informal agreement that changes weekly or monthly, or a parenting plan you’ve prepared yourselves or with the help of a mediator.  Is it enough? What should you do to … Parenting after separation – What’s the best way to document your agreement?

Parenting after separation – should I go to mediation?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. Mediation for parenting arrangements after separation is commonly called Family Dispute Resolution (FDR).  So what is FDR and should you go? What is FDR? FDR is a process designed to help parents or other carers of children reach an agreement about the care arrangements of children after separation. FDR practitioners … Parenting after separation – should I go to mediation?

Navigating parenting arrangements – the legal process explained

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. In the first article in our series about making parenting arrangements for your child or children after separation, we provide an overview of the legally relevant matters which may assist you in making your arrangements or preparing for your meeting with your mediator or lawyer.   Most parenting arrangements after … Navigating parenting arrangements – the legal process explained

Choosing a lawyer. Where do I begin?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. In the last article of our January series of ‘Where do I begin’ after separation, we give some tips for things to consider when choosing a lawyer for your family law matter.   Our first article [Separated? Where do I begin?] talked about initial research you can do and gave some tips … Choosing a lawyer. Where do I begin?

Parenting after separation. Where do I begin?

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Author: Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. In the second article in our January series of ‘Where do I begin’ after separation, the focus of this article is where to begin with arrangements for your children.  Our first article available here gives an overview of some of the information available on the internet, as well as some tips about … Parenting after separation. Where do I begin?

Separated? Where do I begin?

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Author, Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. Some of the most searched terms in January are ‘separation’ and ‘divorce.’  It is common to feel overwhelmed about where to turn first for information or advice.  In this blog, the focus is on information gathering and where to begin. Read on for our tips to help you get started: Do … Separated? Where do I begin?

Separated? Tips for making your parenting arrangements for Christmas

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Author, Carol Pages, Pages Family Law. The lead up to Christmas often feels chaotic.  Gifts to buy, catch ups with friends, trying to see extended family, work Christmas parties and break ups, and when you have kinder or primary school aged kids – the rounds of concerts and parties to celebrate the end of the school … Separated? Tips for making your parenting arrangements for Christmas

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