Key Considerations in Parenting Arrangements
Children's Best Interests
Above all else, prioritise the emotional, psychological, and physical well-being of the children.
Communication
Establish clear and respectful communication channels between both parents to avoid misunderstandings and conflicts. Parents can sometimes limit communication to writing or use a parenting app.
Parenting Time and Schedules
Determine a parenting schedule that accommodates the children's routines, schooling, and extracurricular activities, while also considering the work schedules of both parents.
Living Arrangements
Decide how major decisions regarding education, healthcare, and other significant matters will be made, whether jointly or by one parent.
Financial Responsibilities
Agree on the division of financial responsibilities, including child support, education, and healthcare expenses.
Flexibility
Be open to revising arrangements as children grow and circumstances change, allowing for adaptability while maintaining stability.
How do I Formalise a Parenting Agreement?
Consent Orders
Consent Orders
Consent Orders
An agreement which can be made after negotiating with the other parent, usually with the help of a lawyer or dispute resolution service.
A consent order is filed at, and approved by, the court through an application for consent orders. Once approved by the court, the consent orders are legally binding as any other court order.
Parenting Plan
Consent Orders
Consent Orders
A written, signed and dated agreement between parents about the arrangements for their child.
Parenting plans create no legal obligations on either parent and are not legally enforceable. However, the court can consider what has been agreed in a parenting plan if you have later court proceedings dealing with parenting issues.
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