Women and Separation (Booklet) - Relationships Australia

Women and Separation Managing New HorizonsNegotiation methodsNegotiation is hard work, but if you don't attempt it, you may findthat:• parenting arrangements don't work for you• child support payments don't reflect your former partner's incomeaccurately• you face expensive legal processes• you feel exploited or resentful.Sometimes, it’s impossible to discuss things directly with your formerpartner. Family dispute resolution can assist you to make decisionsabout your relationship and develop a workable plan for the future.This can include sorting out assets and financial matters, as wellas future parenting responsibilities through the preparation of aparenting plan (see page 31).28