MOTT & MOTT

In *Mott & Mott*, Dawe J of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia was required to determine interim parenting orders concerning the children K and G. The dispute arose between the mother and father regarding the children's living arrangements and the allocation of parental responsibility.

The central legal issue before the court was the appropriate interim parenting arrangements for the children pending the final determination of the proceedings. This involved considering the best interests of the children and the need for a clear and stable living arrangement during the litigation process. The court also had to address the father's response and the specific orders he sought in relation to the children.

Dawe J ordered that, pending the conclusion of the final orders application, the mother would have sole responsibility for the children, and the children would live with her. Furthermore, the father was directed to file and serve an amended response within fourteen days, specifying the particular orders he sought concerning the children. In default of compliance, the Registrar was directed to list the matter as an undefended hearing in relation to the children’s issues.