The Family Law Section, a proud sponsor of the 2023 National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference, is currently offering one in-person scholarship, which will cover the cost of registration to attend the conference for an individual. Criteria The applicant must: be experiencing a barrier in attending the conference (including but not limited to geographical or financial barrier); explain how their attendance would support their work with vulnerable family law clients; and be prepared to attend the entire conference. To apply: Please provide your response to the above criteria...

The Family Law Section is pleased to announce its inaugural Family Law Section Pro Bono and Not for Profit Scholarship for family law practitioners. This scholarship is to acknowledge the important work done by those who work in the access to justice and pro bono sectors.   To be eligible for the Scholarship, a candidate: Must be a lawyer holding a current Australian practising certificate (as at the date of their application); and EITHER be employed by the Legal Commission of their State or Territory or a Community Legal Centre; OR be a private practitioner whose practice is at...

Michael Taussig QC Family Law Award The Michael Taussig QC Family Law Award commemorates the life and contributions of Michael Taussig QC, one of the Section’s most outstanding members. The Award is presented biennially at the National Family Law Conference. Applications for the 2024 Michael Taussig QC Family Law Award are now open to Junior Lawyers (0 - 4 years post-admission)! Please review the application guidelines carefully, and be sure to include a completed application form with your submission.   Michael Taussig QC   Michael Taussig was there in...

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Memberships for 2022–2023 are now open Please renew your membership by 30 June 2022 to take advantage of the early bird rate  Membership Fees   Tier Early Bird Fee 2022/2023 Full Fee 2022/2023     (1 May 2022 - 30 June 2022)     Tier 1 $270.00 $300.00    Tier 2  $135.00  $150.00    Tier 3  complimentary         All fees are inclusive of GST, except International and NZFLS reciprocal membership where it is...

The Family Law Section membership and fee structure is outlined below. We have restructured some of our membership categories this financial year, so we encourage you to look carefully at the different membership types to choose the one that best fits your situation.   With the health, economic, and structural challenges facing our profession, a strong representative voice in family law has never been more vital and we thank you for your continued membership support. If you are an existing member, please login to renew. If you are unsure about which membership type would be correct...

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The Family Law Section (FLS) of the Law Council of Australia is the largest professional association for family law practitioners, with a membership of more than 3,000 from all Australian States and Territories and a number of international members. The Section is constituted, organised, and regulated by by-laws approved by the Directors of the Law Council of Australia.  The work of the Section is guided by its strategic plan. FLS Team Michael Walters, DirectorLydia Godding, Administrative CoordinatorCass McGufficke, Communications and Events Officer

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Useful Legal Links The Law Council and the Family Law Section are not able to offer advice on individual cases. Looking for a family lawyer? The below list of law societies and associations may be helpful. Many have search tools to find specialist lawyers in your area. State and Territory Bar Associations and Law Societies ACT Law Society ACT Bar Association NSW Law Society NSW Bar Association NT Law Society NT Bar Association Queensland Law Society Queensland Bar Association Queensland Family Law Practitioners Association Law Society of SA SA Bar Law Society...

Get in Touch Contact Us The Law Council of Australia (Law Council) is the peak national representative body of the Australian legal profession representing 65,000 Australian lawyers, to the federal government.  The Family Law Section forms part of the Law Council, which advocates influencing the development and practice of family law.  The Law Council and the Family Law Section are not able to offer advice on individual cases. [location] Law Council of AustraliaGPO Box 1989Canberra ACT 2601 Phone (02) 6246 3761 [mail] Professional Development inquiries This email address is being protected...

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