Parenting Plans for the Australian Family Court are a written agreement between parents (or other parties with parental responsibility) about arrangements for the care of their children. It sets out the living arrangements, communication, and decision-making responsibilities for each parent, as well as any other specific arrangements relevant to the children’s best interests. Parenting plans are … Read More
Qualify as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner in 2023. Now is the time to enrol for 2023 qualifications as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner. This qualification is required to sign off on the 60i certificate for the Family Court of Australia. Make a commitment to improve your career now! Work from home or take advantage of one … Read More
Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) is a process in Australia for resolving disputes between separated or divorcing couples, typically regarding issues such as child custody and property settlement. FDR is designed to be a constructive, non-confrontational approach to resolving disputes and is encouraged as a first step before going to court. FDR can be conducted through … Read More
Alan McNeill, Graduate Student, Family Lawyer and FDRP
Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner
It is compulsory for couples to attend an FDR practitioner prior to attending the Family Court of Australia. For this reason, FDRPs are in high demand throughout Australia and is an excellent career path for mediation professionals.