Pets and The Family Law Act

Pets and The Family Law Act

Pets and the Family Law Act

The Family Law Act provides the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (“the Court”) the power to make the following orders in relation to a companion animal:

1. That only one party is to have ownership of the companion animal; or

2. That the companion animal be transferred to another person who has consented to the transfer; or

3. That the companion animal be sold.

For more information see our article Can I Share My Pet With My Ex? or speak with one of our experienced Family Law Team today.