A Guide to Federal Court Litigation
Issues covered include: Federal Court practice and procedure
Description
With the Federal Court hearing an ever increasing proportion and variety of cases, now is the perfect time to get across the distinct practices and procedures prevalent in this court. Featuring a former Justice, a Deputy National Operations Registrar, eminent Queens Counsel and a leading practitioner, you won’t find a better opportunity to hone your craft in the Federal Court.
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Chair: Susan Gatford, Barrister, Svenson Barristers; Recommended Intellectual Property Barrister, Doyle’s Guide 2019
2.00pm to 2.45pm: Practice and Procedure
Explore some of the common issues that arise in Federal Court practice and procedure and gain insight into how to expertly manage each of them.
Presented by Elly Bishop, Senior Associate; Prepared by Caroline Goulden, Partner and Elly Bishop, Senior Associate, Arnold Bloch Leibler
2.45pm to 3.30pm: A Guide to Expert Evidence in the Federal Court
- The Commonwealth Evidence Law 1995 – Part 3.3
- The Federal Court Rules 2011 – Part 23
- Federal Court Practice Note GPN-EXPT
- Hot tubbing: concurrent expert evidence
- Analysis of key cases and their practical takeaways
Presented by Murray McInnis, Barrister, Holmes List; Accredited Mediator; former Justice, Federal Magistrates Court of Australia (now the Federal Circuit Court)
3.30pm to 3.45pm Afternoon Tea
3.45pm to 4.30pm: Federal Court Litigation: Insights from Queens Counsel
Hear the unique perspective of one of Australia's most sought out Queens Counsel as he goes through the process of federal court litigation. Don’t miss this session and the crucial tips and tricks that can help your practice.
Presented by Michael Wyles QC, Aickin Chambers
4.30pm to 5.15pm: INSIGHTS FROM THE FEDERAL COURT: Federal Court Practice Notes & the National Court Framework
Examine practice note themes & key focus areas.
Presented by Tuan Van Le, Judicial Registrar, Federal Court
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