Drafting Recovery Orders Guide

Summary

Drafting recovery orders for parenting matters in Queensland involves including applicant and respondent details, childs information, and the order sought. Clearly state the reason for the order, attach a supporting affidavit, and explain the urgency. Sample wording for orders includes seeking the childs return and restraining the respondent from removing the child without consent. For specific legal advice, consult a family lawyer.

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Draft recovery orders for parenting matter in QLD australia
Hi Tee-Anna, I can help guide you on drafting recovery orders for a parenting matter in Queensland. Here are the steps and essential points to include:
- Applicant’s details: Your full name, address, and relationship to the child.
- Respondent’s details: Full name and relationship to the child.
- Child’s details: Full name, date of birth, and current living situation.
- Order sought: State that you are seeking a recovery order for the child.
- Reason: Provide a clear and concise reason why the recovery order is necessary (e.g., the child has been taken without consent).
- Affidavit: Attach an affidavit supporting your application, detailing the facts and circumstances leading to the application.
- Urgency: Explain why the order needs to be made urgently.
If you need specific legal advice or assistance with drafting, it may be beneficial to contact a family lawyer.
Would you like to know more about the affidavit or any specific part of the process?
how do i word the orders sought for recovery
Hi Tee-Anna, here is a sample wording for the orders sought in a recovery application:
- "The Applicant seeks the following orders:
*. A recovery order for the child [Child’s Full Name], born on [Date of Birth], to be returned to the Applicant.
*. That [Respondent’s Full Name] be restrained from removing the child from the Applicant’s care without prior written consent or court order."
Would you like to know more about any specific part of the process?