FAMILY LAW DISPUTE RESOLUTION

IN THE COURTROOM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cisouPBT1A8

FAMILY COURT BROCHURE Complete the “Marriages, Families and Separation – Family Court Brochure” reading & worksheet &

Use the link to explore the Family Court of Australia website http://www.federalcircuitcourt.gov.au//wps/wcm/connect/fccweb/home Answer the following questions: What types of matters does the court have jurisdiction to hear? How many courts are in each state and territory? How many are missing from the website? Provide 1 reason why you think this is the case. How much does it cost to complete the following: Federal Circuit Court of Australia fees -> File an application for divorce? Daily hearing fee? Conciliation conference? Family Court of Australia fees -> File an application for leave to appeal? $865 $605 $380 $1305

Family Court of Australia Federal Court Judge only – NO JURY Hears matters for divorce and divorce-related issues Property settlements Childcare arrangements Maintenance Can make orders for ALL children and families in Australia EXCEPT WA (state Family Court)

OTHER TYPES OF DISPUTE RESOLUTION? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h_IIyeLhmF0

Family Dispute Resolution System Encourages couples to come to their own decisions through agreement Mediation, counselling aim to reduce conflict and avoid court action, saves money and time Family Dispute Resolution Centres Use collaborative approach (rather than adversarial) to solve family law issues Couples must obtain a certificate from a practitioner before applying for a divorce This does NOT apply in cases where family violence/child abuse is alleged

FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS CENTRE POSTER Using the resources below & on Google Classroom, create a poster for the Family Relationships Centre. POSTER DETAILS 1 page (no more, no less) Include images and coloured text Information about Who (access), What (name), When (timeline in separation/divorce), Where (details about service options), Why (reason for existence) & How (process)? Think about your audience Who will be reading this? What will they already know / not know? Your poster needs to be simple and accessible for all types of people. http://www.familyrelationships.gov.au/Services/FRC/Pages/default.aspx Family Relationship Centre Booklet