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Parenting Arrangements

Parenting arrangements are often among the most important decisions made following separation.

While every family is different, the focus is usually the same: creating arrangements that support children's wellbeing while providing clarity and stability for the future.

Franklin Family Law provides strategic advice regarding parenting arrangements, decision-making responsibilities and future planning. Where appropriate, we work alongside family therapists, psychologists and other professionals to support outcomes that serve the long-term wellbeing of children and families.

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How we can assist

Practical guidance, across the matters that arise.

We assist with:

  • Parenting time and living arrangements
  • Decision-making and parental responsibility
  • Relocation applications
  • Urgent parenting orders
  • Co-parenting frameworks and agreements
  • Coordinated psychology and family therapy support where required

Experience across complex matters

Where the issues are layered, the advice should be too.

Parenting matters can involve complex family dynamics that require careful consideration and a child-focused approach.

High-Conflict Parenting Matters

Relocation Disputes

Blended Families

Family Violence Considerations

Children with Additional Needs

Mental Health Considerations

Significant Communication Challenges

Long-Distance Parenting Arrangements

Where appropriate, we work alongside psychologists, family therapists and other professionals to help families navigate complex parenting issues and develop practical arrangements that support children's wellbeing.

Why clients choose Franklin

Why Clients Choose Franklin

Family, Corporate & Commercial Expertise

Many family decisions involve more than family law alone. Our experience across family, corporate and commercial matters provides broader perspective when complexity arises.

Coordinated Professional Support

We work alongside trusted accountants, financial advisers, mortgage brokers, valuers and family wellbeing professionals to help clients access the expertise they need.

Focused on What Comes Next

We help clients make informed decisions that protect what matters most and create strong foundations for the future.

Working together

A Clear Path Forward

  1. 01

    Understand Your Situation

    We take the time to understand your circumstances, priorities and concerns.

  2. 02

    Develop a Strategy

    Clear advice regarding options, likely outcomes and practical next steps.

  3. 03

    Implement the Right Approach

    Negotiation, mediation, collaborative processes or litigation where required.

  4. 04

    Move Forward

    Supporting outcomes that help clients navigate the next chapter with greater certainty.

Arrange a confidential consultation

Arrange a Confidential Consultation

Every separation is different.

Whether you are considering separation, recently separated or navigating complex financial and parenting issues, we invite you to arrange a confidential consultation to discuss your circumstances and options.