The Family Matters Show

Community Questions - Take 6

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This month Ben and Heather addressed a wide array of family law questions from the community, touching on a number of common issues faced by people going through divorce and separation.

The questions included:

  1. Starting out: I'm thinking about separating but haven't yet spoken to my partner about it. Is there anything you recommend I do before I speak to my partner?
  2. Property settlement timing (myth busting): I don't think I can wait until the 12-month separation period is up to apply for divorce. What can I do?
  3. Parenting decisions:  Can my husband force my kids into boarding school?
  4. Property division: My partner moved into my house six years ago.  Is she now entitled to a 50/50 split?
  5. Child custody adolescents: My 15-year-old son has indicated he wants to live with me full time and my ex refuses.  What can I do?
  6. Parenting Orders: Do we have to have a Parenting Order, or can we just figure out our own custody arrangements?
  7. Child Support:  Can I stop child support payments now that my ex is marrying someone wealthy?
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