PARENTING PLANS: WHEN A RELATIONSHIP BREAKS DOWN AND CHILDREN NEED TO SPEND TIME WITH BOTH PARENTS

A Parenting Plan is a voluntary, written agreement between parents (and can include grandparents and other family members).
The Plan covers practical issues in relation to the children such as living arrangements, education, healthcare, and finances.
The aim of the Plan is to assist parents in resolving arrangements amicably and informally.

A written Parenting Plan, worked out between parents, will help to clarify the arrangements you need to put in place for the care for your children.
It will help everyone involved to know what is expected of them and it will be a valuable reference as time passes and circumstances change.

when holidays are coming up, both parents will want to spend time with their children, but may be uncertain about how to arrange this amicably with their ex-partner. A Parenting Plan can provide stability in contact arrangements, enabling parents to plan and make the most of their time with their children.

Nicholson Portnell are able to assist with negotiating and writing a Parenting Plan for you, in conjunction with your children’s other parent, whether you are the main carer or have your children for a more limited time.

If you would like to discuss your specific situation, please contact: Emma Heather, Janine Calkin & Vicki Waters.