Tag: Torres Strait Islander families

Family law and the best interests of the child [caption id="attachment_17846" align="alignright" width="350"] family law system[/caption] Family law primarily deals with matters involving separation, parenting and property settlements. A central principal underpinning the spirit of family law is the wellbeing of each child. That is, the best interests of the child or children remain paramount in every matter dealt with by the Court. What is in the best interests of a child will depend on the temperament, desires, relationships, religion...