Negotiating a Parenting Agreement is Possible with Help
The Family Law Team at Access Law Group are experienced family lawyers and divorce lawyers. Family Law parenting matters are understandably emotional and complex and require a delicate and experienced touch to ensure the focus is on the best interests of the children involved as required by the Family Law Act. We set out below some helpful tips for negotiating a Parenting Agreement.
Understanding the Role of the Lawyers
Family lawyers have an important role in Family Law parenting matters. The role of the lawyer in these matters is to ensure that their respective clients are focussed on the best interests of the children. Family lawyers should consider both sides and advise their clients about both the strengths and weaknesses of their case. It is not the lawyer’s role to inflate the dispute between the parents.
Children’s Needs Come First
While a parents may have valid reasons for separating and divorcing, the impact of the separation should be considered for the children. The children should not be placed in a situation where they must choose between either parent. Under the Family Law Act, the Court will be looking to put in place arrangements that prioritise the child’s relationship with their parents where it is in the child’s best interests, and it is safe to do so. Children should be sheltered from the Family Law dispute as much as possible. Involving the children in the dispute between the parents can have adverse effects on a child’s emotional and psychological development. The child’s best interests should be prioritised, and personal feelings of the parents should be put aside for the sake of the children.
Put in Place Arrangements that Work for the Children and the Parents
Family Law Parenting Agreements are sometimes negotiated under emotional circumstances, where one party may demand certain terms to upset or inconvenience the other. Always remember that the parenting arrangements will have the most impact on your children. When children are involved, it is important to keep the lines of communication open between both parents and to ensure that any agreement promotes a mutual respect for one another as parents. A quality legal representative will sift through the emotions and help you to find solutions that work for you, the other parent and, most importantly, the children.
Experienced Family Lawyers for Family Law Parenting Agreements
Family lawyers are trained negotiators. The Family Law Act sets out the primary consideration in Family Law Parenting matters to be the best interests of the children. At Access Law Group, we represent our clients with integrity and help them to negotiate Parenting Agreements with a strong focus on the children. Contact us today to arrange a free initial consultation with one of our family lawyers.
