A large proportion of family law matters deal with children after the breakdown of a relationship. This leads many parents to ask: ‘What are my rights are as a parent?’ To put it plainly, the person who has rights according to the Family Law Act 1975 (Commonwealth) is the child. Parents have responsibilities under the law, but it is the rights of the child that are of paramount concern and protected under the Family Law. The Court can make interim and final orders regarding t