S6 Episode 2: Daze in Court - Judges, Defaulter's Lists and New Amendments to the Family Law Act
Release Date: 11/12/2024
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In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult and Harriet Geddes unpack how the new amendments to family violence laws are reshaping intervention order matters, with risk assessments now central to the process. They discuss the importance of identifying the allegations, understanding the risks alleged, and the critical coordination needed between the Family Court and the Magistrates’ Court.
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In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult, Amy Yu, and Partner Tim Gough from Kennedy Partners explore the growing reliance on the “Bank of Mum and Dad” in today’s property market. They cover resulting trusts, loan agreements, and the presumption of advancement, highlighting what practitioners need to know when advising clients.
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In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult, Eliza Tiernan, and Alex Metherell tackle the complexities of add-backs in family law matters, examining their impact on practitioners and the property pool. They also provide essential guidance on the rules of appeal and court etiquette to help legal professionals navigate the judicial system.
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Reflections and commentary on the Dynamic Therapeutic Inclusive Intervention Conference program: A must-know about modern option for every family lawyer guiding clients through the maze of assessment and intervention options. In this episode, Foley's List Barrister Laura Colla, speaks with Child Expert Lisa Bottomley, Clinical Psychologist Vincent Papaleo, and Psychiatrist Dr. Timothy Entwisle. They delve into the Therapeutic Inclusive Intervention Conference program (TIIC), a multidisciplinary initiative co-developed by Bottomley and Papaleo. This program is...
info_outlineIn this episode, List Member Rohan Hoult discusses the newest amendments to the Family Law Act, as well as best practices for interacting with judges in public settings, and the introduction of the Defaulter's List.