When parents separate, it is common for one parent to consider moving to another suburb, city, state or even another country. A relocation may be motivated by many factors, including employment opportunities, financial pressures, family support, a new relationship or the desire to return closer to family. However, when children are involved, a parent cannot…
Subpoenas play an important role in discovering evidence and information in family law matters, especially when the other party does not comply with requests for information. There is a lot of work involved in applying, filing, and serving a subpoena. This process can quickly become complex. Generally, subpoenas should only be used as a last…
Parenting Orders and Who Can Apply A parenting order is not limited to parents or guardians. In some cases, non-parents can also apply for parenting orders to spend time with or care for a child. The Family Law Act allows grandparents and other people concerned for a child’s care, welfare, or development to apply for…
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