This book guides you through the family law dispute resolution process. It takes into account all new processes and procedures which started on 1 September 2021 at the commencement of the new Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (FCFCOA).

With a renewed emphasis on dispute resolution by the FCFCOA, readers can quickly and easily get across the objectives and desired outcomes of the dispute resolution process. Key topics include proper procedures, approved organisations that can assist, the role of the legal practitioner, collaborative law and arbitration. This book also guides you through new lists such as the Evatt List, Indigenous List and Lighthouse Project as well as judicial mediation.

Key features and inclusions:

• New procedures in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
• List of approved family counselling organisations
• List of family dispute resolution organisations
• Over 30 cases discussed
• International Family Mediation information