Despite our best efforts to maintain a close relationship with our children, there are times when a rupture occurs. The reasons for this vary. They include distress after separation, a parent being absent for a period of time, legitimate reasons for no contact (violence, abuse, incarceration and so on), relocation, and a developmentally common desire …
There are few areas of the law that evoke a more passionate response than family law. This is because our children hold a special place in our heart and most of us want to enjoy a warm and loving relationship with our child. When the freedom to enjoy this relationship is threatened, we can feel …
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When a separated parent has not seen their child for some time despite frequent, consistent attempts to do so, they may seek formal avenues in order to spend time with the child. For the most part, where there are no safety concerns, or where there are unsubstantiated safety concerns, the Family Court Act purports the …
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Organising when children spend time with their separated parents can sometimes be a challenging process. Children may prefer spending more time with one parent or one household than the other parent/the other household. This can be a natural inclination due to things like personality, location or interest compatibility – and such inclinations are often apparent …
Although Australian Family Law professionals are starting to recognise the prevalence of parental alienation and the consequence of this dynamic in the post-separation space, it is clear there are many other reasons why children may not have contact with a parent following parental separation. It is important to acknowledge these reasons if we are to …
It’s not always about alienation: A look at parental rejection/absence Read More »
