Statutory Interpretation: Principles, Practical Implications and Case Updates
Issues covered include: principles, recent decisions, practical problem solving, statutory interpretation, judicial consideration
Description
The principles of intention, purpose, context and structure of a statute can be difficult to come to terms with. Then you also have to grapple with how they all come together to practically impact the interpretation. Hear from a renowned panel of speakers who will examine these key principles and how they work together through an extended practical problem solving workshop. Gain the necessary information to help elevate your statutory interpretation skills to the next level.
Attend and earn 3 CPD units in Professional Skills
This program is applicable to practitioners from all States & Territories
Chair: Dr Laura Hilly, Barrister, List G Barristers
2.00pm to 2.45pm: Recent Cases, Topical Issues & Key Principles
This session will provide you with a summary of the fundamental principles, recent topical issues and the latest important court decisions in this area.
Presented by Chris Erskine SC, Blackburn Chambers
Paper written by Jim Hartley, Barrister, Young’s List
2.45pm to 4.15pm: Practical Problem Solving Workshop
- A practical exercise in working through several statutory problems, with opportunity for interactive discussion and commentary
- Common words and phrases used in statutes and how they are interpreted
- Common pitfalls of statutory interpretation
Presented by Peter Hanks QC, List G Barristers and James Stoller, Barrister, Foley’s List
4.15pm to 4.30pm: Afternoon Tea
4.30pm to 5.15pm: Judicial Consideration of Decisions Involving Questions of Statutory Interpretation
- When and how may the Court consider the matter?
- What effect does a privative clause have upon the granting of relief?
- Analysis of recent cases
Presented by Cahal Fairfield, Barrister, Howells’ List
Testimonials
“Excellent and very knowledgeable speakers”
“Very relevant topics & well presented”