Recorded Webinar: The New Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia: What Family Lawyers Need to Know Now
Date/Time
About the Webinar
After much anticipation, the New Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia has officially commenced operations. This practical session examines the new playing field and what these changes will mean for both family lawyers and their clients. It covers:
- The objectives of the new Court
- Unpacking the leadership structure and judiciary
- Finalisation of the FCFCOA Family Court Rules
- Pre-action procedures and dispute resolution
- Understanding the new case management pathway:
- key take outs from the Family Case Management Central Practice Direction
- navigating the new Court Events
- Changes to Child Dispute Services and Family Consultants
- What needs to change now in your precedents?
Presented By
CHAIR Presented by: Barry Frakes
Partner, WattsWho Should Attend?
This webinar is suitable for lawyers practising in family law – Australia wide. This webinar is for practitioners with some knowledge in this area and looking to improve their knowledge.
CPD Information
Lawyers can claim up to 1.5 CPD units/points – substantive law . This webinar has been designed to run for 1 hour and we have allowed 30 minutes for question time, however, webinar lengths can vary depending on the level of questions and discussion. WA lawyers – From 1/4/2021, due to changes to your CPD requirements we are unable to verify your completion of recorded webinars to the Legal Practice Board of WA.
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]