Child Custody

We understand you want to give your children a secure, stable and loving life. We also know that navigating custody arrangements can be challenging—especially when emotions run high and the process feels so personal. Phypers Law Family & Divorce Lawyers work to support you in reaching a parenting arrangement that reflects what is best for your children.

Understanding Parenting Orders and Contact (Custody and Access)

Parenting orders (also known as custody and access orders) outline the time each parent spends with their children and establish how decisions are made on important issues. These orders provide a roadmap that promotes consistency and clarity, ensuring both parents know their roles and responsibilities in their children’s lives.

When drafting or modifying parenting orders, we focus on creating arrangements that are practical, fair, and ultimately beneficial to your children’s development and happiness.

Advocating For You and Your Child

 

Consent Parenting Orders

When parents are in agreement on an arrangement, we can help draft consent orders that formalize it, making it legally binding while avoiding court intervention.

Claims for Parenting Orders

If you’re initiating a parenting order for the first time, our lawyers can guide you through the process and represent you, whether the matter is resolved through negotiation or requires court involvement.

Variation of Parenting Orders

Life changes, and so do the needs of your children. If existing orders no longer serve your family’s best interests, Phypers Law can assist with applying to adjust these orders to align with your new circumstances.

Enforcement of Parenting Orders

Phypers Law’s lawyers help you seek enforcement applications when orders are not followed to ensure that your children’s rights are upheld and the agreed-upon structure is maintained.

Mobility Applications

If you and/or the other parent need to relocate, you need to manage it in a way that considers your child’s needs and your parenting arrangement. We can guide you through mobility applications to achieve a fair solution.

Guardianship Applications

For families where guardianship requires clarification or legal recognition, we can assist in establishing or modifying guardianship arrangements.

Your Partner in Parenting Arrangements

Our team of experienced lawyers is here to guide you through each step of establishing clear parenting arrangements, and we work towards what is right for your child. Whether it involves amicable negotiations or high-conflict situations, we approach each case with our in-depth knowledge of family law and a fierce commitment to your children’s well-being. We’re here to guide you through every aspect of parenting arrangements, offering compassionate support and advocacy.

A parenting order is a legal directive issued by the court that outlines each guardian's responsibilities and rights concerning a child. This includes custody decisions about the child's living arrangements, education, health care, and other significant aspects of their upbringing. The primary focus of such orders is the child's best interests.

Phypers Family Law’s experts can help you understand and obtain the right parenting order for your unique situation.
 

Any guardian of the child can apply for a parenting order. This typically includes parents but can also include others granted guardianship status, such as grandparents or legal age siblings. Non-guardians seeking contact with the child may need to apply for a contact order instead.

The court’s primary focus when issuing a court order is the child’s best interests. To determine this, the court evaluates several factors, including:

  • The child's physical, emotional, and psychological needs.
  • The nature and strength of the child's relationship with each guardian.
  • Each guardian's ability to meet the child's needs and facilitate a relationship with the other guardian.
  • The child's cultural and religious background.
  • The child's views and preferences, depending on their age and maturity.

We will work with you to present a strong custody case that reflects the child's best interests.
 

Yes, if there is a significant change in circumstances affecting the child's welfare, a guardian can apply to modify custody in the existing parenting order. The court will assess whether the proposed changes align with the child's best interests. 

If a guardian fails to comply with the terms of a parenting order, the affected party can apply to the court for custody enforcement. The court may impose various remedies, including makeup parenting time or, in severe cases, fines and other penalties. 
Our lawyers can help you take the necessary legal steps to enforce your parenting order.

At Phypers Family Law, our experienced legal experts can:
Guide you through the process of obtaining or modifying parenting and contact orders.
Represent you in negotiations or court proceedings related to parenting custody arrangements.
Provide advice tailored to your unique circumstances, always prioritizing your child.
For help in any of these areas, book a consultation with our team.

Book a consultation to discuss how we can assist in creating a parenting plan that serves your children’s needs
and supports your role as a parent.

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