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77760 Family Dispute Resolution

6cp
Requisite(s): 60 credit points of completed study in C04148 Master of Law and Legal Practice AND 79771c Dispute Resolution (PG)
The lower case 'c' after the subject code indicates that the subject is a corequisite. See definitions for details.
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Anti-requisite(s): 78139 Family Dispute Resolution

Postgraduate

This subject provides instruction in the theoretical and practical aspects of the use of non-adversarial techniques for resolving family disputes. Different approaches and skills are presented together with a critical evaluation of the use of such techniques. Less adversarial approaches to trials relating to disputes over children and the impact of new legislation is considered in the context of the new family law framework. The subject covers such topics as:

  • the nature of family disputes
  • the legal system and the new family law framework for the resolution of family disputes
  • the less adversarial approach to trials in the Family Court of Australia
  • dispute resolution processes in relation to financial aspects of family disputes
  • children's issues in family disputes
  • the effects of domestic violence and the power dynamic in family disputes
  • ethical issues in conducting family dispute resolution processes
  • developments in dispute resolution practice including collaborative law practice and compulsory community based services.

Students are introduced to the legal, psychological and social aspects of family disputes through formal information giving and also through experiential teaching techniques. They are expected to research in the area to further their understanding of this complex and challenging area of law and social policy. Students may choose their area of research for a written paper and seminar presentation.

Note(s)

This subject was formerly called Interpersonal Conflict Resolution.


Detailed subject description.

Fee information

  • 2013 contribution for commencing Commonwealth-supported students: $1224 (Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2010 should consult the Fees Calculator by Subject for relevant student contribution charges for Commonwealth-supported students. Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth-supported places.)
  • 2013 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $3101 (Note: Fees for postgraduate domestic fee-paying students and international students are charged according to the course they are enrolled in. Students should refer to the annual fees schedule.)
  • Subject EFTSL: 0.125

Access conditions

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