Summer holidays: Separated parents must submit orders by 8 November
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With school holidays fast approaching, separated parents are required to turn their minds to arrangements for their children over the summer break.
Perhaps a trip to Queensland is on the cards, or even a journey to a foreign destination?
Separated parents must plan ahead for summer break
Often, legal issues arise after the breakdown of a relationship if one parent wishes to take the children on an overseas holiday. If managed well, a trip abroad to celebrate the end of the school year can be a fun-filled adventure for parents and kids alike.
Avoid the stress of wondering whether you will make it to your destination or if you will be turned around at the departure gate, Ensure you speak with one of our friendly Family lawyers about locking in your summer holiday plans.
Filing deadlines for summer holidays
The Court has determined that a parent wanting to apply for Orders with respect to parenting arrangements over the summer school holidays have until 4pm on Friday 8 November to file their Application.
The Court has made it clear in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Family Law) Rules 2021 at 5.03, that any Applications filed after 8 November may be allocated a hearing date after Christmas.
Plan ahead and follow the Court Rules to enjoy a relaxing, well-deserved break with your children.
Reach out to one of our Family law team members to discuss applying for school holiday Orders or any other Family Law matter.
The information contained in this article is general in nature and cannot be relied on as legal advice nor does it create an engagement. Please contact one of our lawyers listed above for advice about your specific situation.
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Summer holidays: Separated parents must submit orders by 8 November
With school holidays fast approaching, separated parents are required to turn their minds to arrangements for their children over the summer break.
Perhaps a trip to Queensland is on the cards, or even a journey to a foreign destination?
Separated parents must plan ahead for summer break
Often, legal issues arise after the breakdown of a relationship if one parent wishes to take the children on an overseas holiday. If managed well, a trip abroad to celebrate the end of the school year can be a fun-filled adventure for parents and kids alike.
Avoid the stress of wondering whether you will make it to your destination or if you will be turned around at the departure gate, Ensure you speak with one of our friendly Family lawyers about locking in your summer holiday plans.
Filing deadlines for summer holidays
The Court has determined that a parent wanting to apply for Orders with respect to parenting arrangements over the summer school holidays have until 4pm on Friday 8 November to file their Application.
The Court has made it clear in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Family Law) Rules 2021 at 5.03, that any Applications filed after 8 November may be allocated a hearing date after Christmas.
Plan ahead and follow the Court Rules to enjoy a relaxing, well-deserved break with your children.
Reach out to one of our Family law team members to discuss applying for school holiday Orders or any other Family Law matter.