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Australian Family Law — General Information

How long does a custody case take in Australia?

Short Answer

Parenting cases can take many months to several years depending on complexity and whether the matter is contested.

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The Legal Position

Interim orders are usually made early in the case. Final hearings depend on court backlog and complexity — contested final hearings can take one to three years from filing. Settled cases resolve much faster. The first 60 days often set the trajectory of the case.

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Cases take months to years

Prolonged court processes and adjournments

Filing correctly and early affects the timeline of your entire case.

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