The quickest and most inexpensive way for any family law dispute to be resolved is by agreement. In matters involving children, an ongoing relationship with your ex-partner in some form or another is likely until your child is at least 18 years old. Preservation of your relationship with your ex-partner is more likely when an amicable agreement can be reached and this will benefit your child.
We can assist you in reaching an early agreement by:
Providing you with accurate advice as to what your likely range of entitlement is, or the likely outcome of an Application will be;
Engaging in “co-operative” rather than “positional” negotiation techniques with your ex-partner. This means looking for the interests underlying a dispute and attempting to find mutually beneficial solutions rather than the classic “Dutch auction” where one party must lose something for the other to gain something;
Ensuring that any power imbalances between you and your partner are addressed, and ensuring you make fully informed decisions. This involves ensuring all relevant information has been obtained from your ex-partner as well as provided to your ex-partner;
Ensuring your matter is well prepared