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Child Support

Child Support is generally determined under the Child Support (Assessment) Act through the Department of Human Services (Child Support) ("the DHS") rather than the Family Court.  In order to determine the amount of child support payable by a parent, an application needs to be made to the DHS for an…

ATW Family Law Policies

ATW Family Law Policies

At ATW Family Law we are committed to our client’s concerns and needs from start to finish. We are obliged to remain diligent to any possible conflict of interest that may arise in any matter in which we accept instructions. Our conflict of interest policy is designed to ensure to the fullest extent…

3 things you need to know about Pre-Nuptial Agreements (prenups)

3 things you need to know about Pre-Nuptial Agreements (prenups)

When you're beginning a relationship, the last thing that you probably want to think about is what would happen if you separated. However, for a lot of people, having a plan and a Pre-Nuptial Agreement is an effective way to avoid court proceedings and minimise difficulties if the worst should happen…

The Role of the Mediator

The Role of the Mediator

The mediator's roles include controlling the mediation process, facilitating discussion and generally assisting the parties to reach an acceptable agreement. It is not the mediator's role to act as a legal advisor and it is not the role of the mediator to act as a Judge and to impose outcomes on parties.…

Preparation for Mediation

Preparation for Mediation

Whatever issue is discussed at Mediation, both parties need to undertake some preparation so that the Mediation is fruitful. The sorts of things that each of the parties should be thinking about, and questions they should be asking themselves, include the following:- Think about what you want to talk…

What happens to superannuation on separation?

What happens to superannuation on separation?

There are often misconceptions about what happens to superannuation and how it is treated in the event of separation. After separation, when parties are either coming to an agreement about how to divide their property, or asking a Court to make Orders dividing their property, the superannuation interest…

What is Collaborative Practice

What is Collaborative Practice

Collaborative Practice is an alternate dispute resolution methodology which allows parties to work together with their lawyers and other experts to find solutions for their family without Court intervention. Elements of Collaborative Practice Each collaborative practitioner must be specifically trained…

Additional Resources

Family Court of Australia

Marriage, families and separation

Marriage, families and separation brochure 

Dr Jenn McIntosh 

Because it's for the kids: Building a secure parenting base after separation

Child Support Agency

Me and my Kids: Parenting From a Distance

Practical ideas on developing and maintaining relationships with children after separation

Me, my kids and my Ex: Forming a workable relationship for the benefit of your children

Practical ideas for focusing on the needs of the child, including guidelines for developing parenting arrangements

Relationships Australia

Share the Care: Collaborative Parenting Apart

A resource to help parents work out a plan to care for their child.

Relationships Australia and Men's Line Australia 

Men and Separation Choices in Tough Times 

Relationships Australia 

Women and Separation: Managing New Horizons 

Family Law Section

Parenting arrangements after separation

Over the past 10 years, the Australian Institute of Family Studies has conducted multiple large-scale studies of post-separation parenting outcomes. The findings have now been released in an evidence summary.

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