What clients usually ask
Can parenting arrangements be agreed?
Yes. A written parenting plan or consent arrangement may be appropriate, but it should reflect the family’s actual needs and legal requirements.
The usual first steps
- Identify the current arrangement and point of conflict.
- Focus on the child’s routine, safety and relationship with each parent.
- Record the agreement or prepare for the appropriate forum if disputed.
What to bring
Bring the agreement, court papers, notices, messages, dates and records that show what happened. Preserve original documents and electronic evidence without altering them.