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Live Webinar: Historical Abuse Claims, Deceased Perpetrators and the High Court's New Stance: What Religious Organisations Need to Know

The recent High Court decisions in RC v Salvation Army and Willmot v State of Queensland have reshaped the legal landscape for religious institutions facing historical abuse claims. This session will unpack these landmark rulings, focusing on the High Court's rationale, the impact
PRESENTED BY Mathisha Panagoda Partner - Colin Biggers & Paisley , Sydney

Date/Time

Wednesday 22nd January 2025
Vic, NSW, ACT, Tas: 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Qld: 12:30pm to 1:30pm
SA: 1pm to 2pm
NT: 12pm to 1pm
WA: 10:30am to 11:30am

About the Webinar

The recent High Court decisions in RC v Salvation Army and Willmot v State of Queensland have reshaped the legal landscape for religious institutions facing historical abuse claims. This session will unpack these landmark rulings, focusing on the High Court's rationale, the impact on institutions’ ability to seek permanent stays, and the broader implications for case management and institutional liability. It covers:

  • The legal position pre-and post the High Court’s decision in GLJ
  • How have the two new decisions by the High Court changed the playing field
  • Post Royal Commission: the legislative removal of statutory limitation periods
  • Exceptional circumstances: When might a permanent stay of proceedings be justified?
  • Documentation, information and evidence: the importance of record keeping and corporate memory in historical abuse claims
  • Prioritising the rights of victims vs the forensic challenges of historical abuse claims: a delicate balance
  • Private, domestic or institutional? Does the place where the abuse took place have a bearing on the question of the unfairness and oppression of proceedings?

Presented By

Mathisha Panagoda
Partner, Colin Biggers & Paisley Sydney, NSW

Mathisha Panagoda is a partner in the Education team at Colin Biggers & Paisley, with extensive experience acting for schools, as well as faith-based institutions, disability service providers and insurers, on claims of bodily injury, institutional liability matters, professional indemnity and general liability.

Mathisha's practice focuses on litigation, dispute resolution and managing end-to-end claims within a principled and outcome-focused framework. He also advises clients on strategic, governance, compliance and risk management issues, particularly in relation to child safety.

Mathisha is a finalist in this year's Lawyers Weekly Partner of the Year Awards, was listed in last year's Best Lawyers Ones to Watch.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is suitable for lawyers advising religious institutions and executives from religious institutions – Australia wide. This webinar is for practitioners with some knowledge in this area and looking to improve their knowledge.

CPD Certificate

Registered live webinar delegates will receive a CPD certificate for attendance at this webinar. Lawyers can claim up to 1 CPD unit/point – substantive law. This webinar has been designed to run for 1 hour, however, webinar lengths can vary depending on the level of questions and discussion.

While TEN takes all reasonable care to include accurate and up-to-date information regarding CPD category classifications and compliance obligations, information regarding CPD point allocation are provided as a guide only. Allocation of CPD points is subject to the CPD requirements of your jurisdiction, personal circumstances and professional requirements. You are solely responsible for determining whether a particular product is appropriate for your CPD requirements.

Enquiries/Assistance

If you need assistance or have an enquiry, please do not hesitate to contact our Webinar Coordinator, Lisa Tran on (03) 8601 7709 or email: [email protected]

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