Family Dispute
Resolution
A Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner acts impartially and independently.
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McCarthy Family Law
Family Dispute
Resolution
We offer a wide range of services to help you:
Family Mediation = Family Dispute Resolution
Sometimes couples may not be aware of the issues of the other party and simply need them to be clarified saving time, money and stress.
A Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner acts impartially and independently.
Why Family Dispute Resolution?
It is now compulsory for separated couples who have a dispute about parenting matters, to make a genuine effort to resolve the dispute through Family Dispute Resolution.
The exceptions to this are where there is a legitimate concern for the safety of people or property or where the matter is urgent e.g. a Recovery Order.
What is Family Dispute Resolution?
Family Dispute Resolution is the term used to describe mediation services that assist couples to make agreements following separation and divorce.
The conferences are designed to assist a separated couple to identify the issues in dispute and to negotiate terms for a parenting plan for their children and/or agreements for the distribution of property. These agreements can then be used to generate enforceable Orders by Consent.
Who can deliver Family Dispute Resolution services?
Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners are accredited by the Attorney General specifically to deal with Family Law matters and to issue Certificates under the Family Law Act. These Certificates are required by the Court should your matter need to come before the Court.
Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners are regulated by the Family Law (Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners) Regulations 2008.
Jane McCarthy and Jane E Crulci are Accredited Mediators, Registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners, and practising family lawyers who will assist you to choose the most appropriate method to resolve your matter.
Should you wish to discuss your matter with a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner to assess your matter for suitability for mediation, please click here.
Court alternate solutions achieved by you, with our assistance, can be converted to court orders for your peace of mind, allowing you to have more input and control of the process.
Call our office on 07 5415 1757 to confidentially discuss your personal situation and receive quality legal advice.
Divorce & Separation
The irretrievable breakdown of a marriage or de facto relationship is a confusing and emotional time. We understand that divorce can represent an end to a part of your family history.
Parenting Plans & Agreements
It has been determined that children have better outcomes following divorce or separation if they are able to maintain a healthy relationship with each parent.
Urgent Recovery Orders
Sometimes Parenting Arrangements do not work out. And there are some circumstances where you need a Recovery Order, urgently.
Consent Orders
We understand how difficult it can be for you when you are negotiating either a Parenting Order or Property Order or both by consent.
Family Dispute Resolution
It is now compulsory for separated couples who have a dispute about parenting matters, to make a genuine effort to resolve the dispute through Family Dispute Resolution.
Mediation
If you are represented by another lawyer yet need the services of an independent and impartial qualified Mediator / Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, then McCarthy Family Law and our sister organisation, Noosa Mediation can assist you.
