
Child Custody FAQs: Answers to Common Questions for NSW Parents
Understanding Child Custody in NSW and Australia The phrase “custody” refers to parenting orders that determine where a child will live. The Federal Circuit and
Samantha Miller is the Principal of Clarity Lawyers and a family lawyer with more than two decades of experience. Admitted as a solicitor in both Australia (2001) and England and Wales (2002), she combines local Newcastle roots with international experience gained at top-tier firms in London and a boutique family law practice in Surrey.
A fifth-generation Newcastle lawyer, Samantha studied a combined Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Laws at the University of Newcastle and later completed a Master of Applied Law (Family Law). She returned to Newcastle in 2016 and founded Clarity Lawyers, where she leads a team guiding clients through separation, parenting arrangements, property settlements and all aspects of family law. Known for her empathy and strategic thinking, Samantha is committed to helping clients move through difficult times with clarity and confidence.

Understanding Child Custody in NSW and Australia The phrase “custody” refers to parenting orders that determine where a child will live. The Federal Circuit and

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Separation or divorce is challenging enough for adults, but when children are involved, it adds an extra layer of difficulty. As a parent, you might

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