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Bruce Provan, Managing Director and accredited family law specialist at Page Provan, explains how the family court decides parenting cases.

In this episode:

  • Why the "best interests of the child" is the paramount consideration under the Family Law Act, and what evidence the court draws on to decide it
  • The role of family reports and child impact reports, usually prepared by a psychologist or social worker, and why their recommendations carry real weight
  • When an independent children's lawyer is appointed to represent the children, including their obligation to speak with the children directly
  • The key factors under section 60CC of the Family Law Act — the child's safety, views, developmental and emotional needs, each parent's care capacity, and significant relationships
  • Why the court must also consider the cultural needs and heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children

For more information or legal help, contact Page Provan Family & Fertility Lawyers at pageprovan.com.au



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