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Legally binding and enforceable court orders that set out the parenting arrangements for a Child, including: who has parental responsibility […]

A written agreement about the parenting arrangements for a Child that has been voluntarily entered into and is signed and

A person responsible for the care, welfare and development of a Child, including: a biological mother (except for surrogate mothers)

The process everyone must go through before applying for parenting orders unless an exemption applies. It includes: attempting to resolve

A Parenting Order that states who a Child lives with.

A temporary order made by the Court until a final order is made. An Interlocutory order will often be made

A birth certificate showing a person’s birth parents and siblings, as well as their adoptive parents and siblings.

The form you complete to apply for parenting orders.

A document that shows a relative is caring for a Child.

A lawyer appointed by the court to represent a Child in a case.