78139 Family Dispute Resolution
8cpRequisite(s): 78100c Postgraduate Legal Research AND 78136 Dispute Resolution
These requisites may not apply to students in certain courses.
There are also course requisites for this subject. See access conditions.
Postgraduate
Subject coordinator: M Scott
This subject is an introduction to the theory and practice of the emerging family law framework that is supported by new legislation and developing practice in family dispute resolution.
This subject studies the evolving alternatives to adjudication of family law matters and the demand for new dispute resolution systems and processes to avoid an adversarial approach to family disputes. The influence of the social sciences in this field and the growing body of research that examines the negative impact of protracted litigation on families, and in particular, children, is examined.
As well as the legislative and theoretical aspects of family dispute resolution, this subject comprehensively explores the combination of voluntary and compulsory dispute resolution processes, supported by government policy and legislation, in this new family law framework. The quality and complementary aspects voluntary and compulsory approaches are also examined in terms of the accessibility and effectiveness of the new family law framework.
This subject also examines the emerging practice of collaborative law and the impact this will have on modern legal advocacy and professional practice.
Typical availability
Autumn semester, City campus
Spring semester, City campus
Fee information
2009 contribution for post-2008 Commonwealth-supported students: $1,446.17
Note: Students who commenced prior to 1 January 2008 should consult the Student contribution charges for Commonwealth supported students
Not all students are eligible for Commonwealth Supported places.
2009 amount for undergraduate domestic fee-paying students: $3,533.33
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: 0.167Access conditions
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