Parenting Arrangements Perth

Ensuring a bright future for your children

Expert Legal Guidance with Your Child’s Wellbeing at Heart

Creating stability for your child after separation

At Loukas Law, protecting the wellbeing and rights of children is at the core of every family law matter we handle. We are committed to fostering nurturing, stable environments where children can thrive after separation, always prioritising their happiness, development, and security.
Our experienced child custody lawyers work diligently to prioritise your child’s emotional and physical wellbeing. We craft tailored arrangements that address their education, health, and overall needs, ensuring their best interests are always front and center.
When amicable solutions are not possible, our team provides compassionate yet strong advocacy in court. We focus on safeguarding your child’s rights while working towards a positive and secure future for them.

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How do you handle child custody arrangements after separation?

Receiving experienced legal advice is crucial in navigating child custody after separation. These arrangements ensure your child’s needs and wellbeing are prioritised. With the right guidance, many parents reach mutually agreeable arrangements, whether through shared care, equal time, or one parent having primary custody while the other has designated visiting times. Each family’s situation is unique, and our child custody lawyers focus on crafting solutions tailored to your child’s specific needs, including arrangements for education, healthcare, and routines. If an agreement cannot be reached, we provide expert representation in court, advocating for the best outcomes for your child. With extensive experience handling challenging child custody disputes, we’re here to support you at every step. Book a Consultation

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Are you entitled to receive child support?

Child support is about more than financial payments—it’s about ensuring your child’s wellbeing, security, and future. At Loukas Law, our compassionate child support lawyers guide you through the process with care and expertise, helping you make informed decisions that serve your child’s best interests. Whether adjusting payments, negotiating private agreements, or pursuing court intervention, we provide comprehensive support every step of the way. Our priority is ensuring your child’s needs are met and that you feel empowered throughout the process. Read More

 

Not all situations are the same

For some families, a parent’s obligations to their children never cease – no matter what. This can be more the case during a separation or divorce, which can have a traumatic impact on children – especially if that process is not managed well.

Understanding child support obligations after a divorce or separation

Parents have a legal responsibility to provide financial support for their children, regardless of whether they live with the child, spend time with them, or are adoptive parents.
Collaborating with the other parent, when possible, to establish financial responsibilities can minimise the emotional and financial strain of separation. Private agreements or court-ordered departures from the Child Support Agency (CSA) formula are options to secure your child’s future.

 

What to do if you’re not receiving child support payments?

If you’re not receiving the child support you’re owed, the CSA can help in most cases. However, there may be circumstances requiring intervention from the Family Court. We can assist in making court applications to enforce child support payments, ensuring your child’s financial stability is not compromised.

 

Why parenting arrangements matter for your family

A well-structured child custody plan benefits both parents and children, providing:

  • Clear Guidelines: Defines where the child will live and how time is shared, fostering stability.
  • Focus on Wellbeing: Ensures your child’s emotional, physical, and developmental needs are prioritised.
  • Consistency: Maintains routines, creating a predictable and secure environment.
  • Shared Responsibility: Involves both parents in the child’s upbringing, strengthening relationships.
  • Legal Security: Provides a binding agreement protecting the rights of all parties.

Secure your child’s future with Loukas Law

At Loukas Law, we know that navigating child custody and child support decisions during separation is can be challenging. Our family lawyers in Perth focus on your child’s wellbeing and family stability, offering empathetic, expert guidance tailored to your unique circumstances. Whether negotiating an agreement or addressing complex legal disputes, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Unsure about your options? Take advantage of our complimentary 30-minute consultation to explore how our child custody lawyers and child support lawyers can help secure the best outcomes for your family. Book a Consultation

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How We Can Help With Child Support Matters

Litigation in Family Court

The right experience, advice and counsel can make an enormous impact for child custody arrangements.

Litigation in Family Court

Mediation

Ensuring lines of communication stay open between parties and helping them come to their own solutions.

Mediation

Collaboration

An approach to dispute resolution involving all parties that offers long term benefits to families.

Collaboration

Counselling

Our trusted partners offer strategies to support your emotional wellbeing and decision-making.

Counselling

Perth Child Support Lawyers – Providing for your family’s future.

 

See the results for yourself

 

‘Rahila Haidari is the lawyer who helped me understand more about how I could protect myself as well as the best interest of my children in WA when it comes down to the intricacy of family law matters. Rahila has been patient, and empathetic, and carefully answered all my questions. Thanks to Rahila’s professionalism and knowledge, I now feel like I have somebody in Perth who can assist me on the legal side of things effectively. Thanks for giving me peace of mind and clarity! I would highly recommend Rahila Haidari and the Loukas firm to anyone in need of help to resolve their family & divorce matters.’

– PF

‘I only had a free half-hour consultation with Danielle & I honestly can say she was amazing. She understood & was empathetic to the forms of psychological abuse that women can go through post-separation when you have to share parenting. The advice she provided in that half hour was really useful. I will definitely be returning to Danielle’s services if & when the time arises. Thank you, Danielle.’

– MN

‘Alyce and Amber helped me through an incredibly difficult 18 months. They fought for me and supported me the entire way. They made a painful situation so much easier. They are worth their weight in gold and I couldn’t have had a better team in my corner. I am so grateful.’

– SLS

 

Frequently asked questions

 


You can create a parenting agreement through negotiations with your ex-partner, either directly or with the help of mediation or family lawyers. Once agreed upon, it can be formalised through a parenting plan or Form 11 consent order, or court orders after the commencement of proceedings.

Yes, custody can be changed if circumstances have significantly shifted. Both parties must agree to the new terms, or you can apply to the Family Court seeking leave, or for a variation if an agreement cannot be reached. Varying is not an easy process though so final orders should not be entered into without thoughtful consideration.

If a parent breaches the arrangement, the other parent can seek enforcement through the court. The court may issue penalties or adjust the custody order to ensure compliance.

In most cases no, contact the Child Support Agency for step by step assistance. In some cases a binding child support may be needed or even a child support departure order. Speaking to your lawyer about your options is important when determining how to proceed.

In general, the CSA will assist if you are not receiving the child support payments that are owed to you. However, there are some circumstances in which you may need to make an application to the Family Court concerning child support. The court can make orders to enforce child support payments.