Join us for an insightful one-hour webinar delivered by Senior Judicial Registrar Frances Neilson and Senior Judicial Registrar Alison Osmand of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. Their presentation will address practical suggestions and expectations to excel at:

• Interim Hearings;
• Undefended Final Hearings;
• The National Contravention List; and
• Court etiquette (particularly when appearing electronically).

The presentation will have a strong focus on how to enhance the effectiveness of Case Outlines and Tender Bundles (specifically discussing the use of material produced pursuant to s69ZW of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth).

This session will focus on essential skills for successfully navigating the Registrar-led case management pathway. 

Topics covered will include:

• Practical tips for preparing for specialist lists, namely the Evatt and Magellan lists, including what is required in the filed documents to support entry into such lists.
• Preparation for first return dates, including a checklist and what is expected practitioners have done prior to the first return date in preparation for the first return.
• Considerations for ADR pathways.
• Best practice when communicating with Chambers.
• Release of reports: why and when orders are made for special release conditions and how they may support their client in that process and ensure safety for all parties.