Grandparents and Family Law
10:00am -11:30am
General Interest
9 Maple Street, Cooroy, 4563
Cooroy
Phone:1300 LIBRARY
Website: http://www.library.sunshinecoast.qld.gov.au
The best interests of the child are paramount in all family law matters, but what exactly does this mean for grandparents? Topics covered include: - âbest interestsâ and the Family Law Act parenting principles as they apply to grandparents - seeking parenting orders as âfunctional parentsâ - Compulsory Family Dispute Resolution process and consent orders - capacity to provide for the needs of the child - eligibility for Legal Aid and child support - welfare payments and other issues. Presented by Danielle Sturgen from Schultz Toomey OâBrien Lawyers and Suncoast Community Legal Service.