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Issues covered include: relationship property, Property Relationships Act, Family Income Sharing Arrangements, FISAs, violence, psychological abuse, property, immigration, section 21A, settlement agreements, FCR 182 injunction, professionals
Developed with family lawyers in mind, this not to be missed programme includes the Law Commissions’ recommendations regarding relationship property, a practical look at settlement agreements and mandatory injunctions and consideration of the overlap of laws with property and immigration – and much more. The afternoon explores family law practice and procedure in a stimulating and challenging way. Join our panel of distinguished speakers for a thorough and comprehensive look at family law.
Attend the full day and earn 7 CPD hours
This conference was recorded in NZ on 21 March 2019
Critical Family Law Updates and Intersection with Other Law
Chair: Penelope Stevenson, Barrister, Vulcan Building Chambers
9.00am to 10.00am: “Changes – Turn and Face the Strange”: Facing the Law Commission’s Recommendations Regarding Relationship Property
The Law Commission has delivered its preferred approach to the treatment of relationship property issues after its review of the Property (Relationships) Act. Considering how previous cases may have been decided differently if the recommended approach were applied, this session will explore what this may mean for relationship property clients and practitioners if we are faced with implementation of the recommendations.
Presented by Selina J Trigg, Director, Family Law Results
10.00am to 11.00am: Intimate Terrorism and Psychological Abuse
Presented by Jane Hunter, Barrister
11.00am to 11.15am Morning Tea
The Intersection of Family Law with Other Areas of Law
This is a unique and practical look at what you need to be aware of when your family law matter is affected by property or immigration law.
11.15am to 12.15pm: Property Law Act for Family Lawyers
Presented by Jo Hosking, Barrister and Jody Foster, Barrister
12.15pm to 1.15pm: Immigration and Family Law in the Context of Separated Families
Presented by Deborah Manning, Barrister
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Practice and Procedure in Family Law
Chair: Selina J Trigg, Director, Family Law Results
2.00pm to 3.00pm: PRACTICAL CHECKLIST: Drafting Section 21A Settlement Agreements: A Practitioner’s Check List
Explore best practices including the pitfalls that can trip you up and be provided with a practical checklist for drafting Section 21 Settlement Agreements.
Presented by Ben Snedden, Barrister, Hobson Chambers
3.00pm to 4.00pm: FCR 182 Mandatory Injunctions
A timely look at FCR 182 Injunctions and how they can be effectively used in family law practice.
Presented by Peter Driscoll, Barrister and Solicitor, McCabe Family Law
4.00pm to 4.15pm Afternoon Tea
4.15pm to 5.15pm: Insights into Working and Dealing with Other Professionals in Family Law
Family Law necessarily involves other Professionals, both in and outside Court. David will discuss aspects of these other professionals roles and how that understanding may assist you and your client.
Presented by David Amodeo, Barrister, Hobson Chambers
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