Understanding parenting arrangements after separation
Business owners and individuals with significant assets often face particular challenges when managing parenting matters after a separation. It is common for the other party to raise concerns about a parent’s involvement with the children, particularly where demanding careers or business responsibilities have shaped family dynamics. At Leach Legal, we work with clients to carefully document the history of care arrangements and understand their instructions about what occurred during the relationship. This provides a reliable foundation for discussing future care arrangements.
Building practical and safe care plans
The priority in any parenting matter is ensuring the safety and stability of children. This requires practical and workable solutions, especially for parents whose business or financial commitments are substantial. Our approach focuses on helping clients develop arrangements that balance their parenting responsibilities with their professional obligations. This includes:
- Documenting clear evidence of involvement with the children during the relationship.
- Understanding the capacity of the client to meet their children’s ongoing needs.
- Presenting proposals to the other party that protect children’s wellbeing while remaining realistic for the client’s lifestyle.
Establishing these plans early can minimise disputes and support a smoother transition for the family.
Reaching agreements or proceeding to court
Where possible, reaching a negotiated agreement is preferred. Agreements allow parents to retain control and shape arrangements that fit their circumstances, without the uncertainty of litigation. We actively work to present clear, evidence-based proposals to the other party to encourage settlement. However, if no agreement is reached, the Family Court of Western Australia will make orders on parenting arrangements.
If the matter goes to court, preparation is critical. This includes:
- Gathering detailed documentation of past and proposed care arrangements.
- Developing evidence to demonstrate a client’s commitment and ability to care for their children.
- Ensuring clients understand court processes and are fully briefed to present their case.
Our goal is to ensure clients are positioned to maintain a meaningful role in their children’s lives, even if parenting arrangements are determined by the court.
Why work with Leach Legal for complex parenting matters
High-net-worth families require a law firm with deep experience in complex parenting issues. Leach Legal combines a clear, commercially focused approach with a practical understanding of children’s matters. We collaborate with our clients to build a strong, evidence-based strategy that protects both their parental role and their broader personal and business interests.
Clients work with us because:
- We balance children’s wellbeing with commercial realities.
- Our team understands the pressures of business owners and high-value families.
- We focus on achieving workable, realistic parenting outcomes.
- Our advice is clear, practical and designed to secure the best result.
When you need the best, choose Leach Legal
If you are a business owner or hold significant assets and need to secure practical, safe parenting arrangements after separation, Leach Legal can help. Contact Leach Legal’s Perth family law team today to protect your interests and maintain your role in your children’s lives.
