Practising Family Law, 6th edition

The successful practice of family law requires mastery of a complex combination of skills and knowledge. This book closes the gap between theory and practice, providing clear guidance on how to conduct family law matters.

Practical, step-by-step coverage is provided on the full range of essential skills and procedures required in the day-to-day practice of family law in Australia. It is an excellent resource for practitioners and aspiring family lawyers, and anyone wishing to consolidate their skills in this dynamic area of legal practice.

The sixth edition has been extensively updated with recent developments to case law and legislation, including: the “Step Process" (increased from 4); determination of Parenting and LAT Proceeding; the June 2025 amendments to the conduct of financial proceedings; new terms: ‘economic and family abuse’, ‘wastage/reckless conduct’; superannuation; the power of the FCFCOA to make orders in respect of pets and ‘companion animals’; and recent amendments to the Rules of the FCFCOA.

Features

• Authoritative reliable content

• Clear step-by-step guidance supported by case studies, questions and further reading

• Updated and expanded to include all key aspects of conducting a family law matter

• Practical guidance complements theoretical family law texts

Related Titles

• Ebejer, Byrne & Spender, Focus: Family Law, 10th edition

• Dickey, Financial Agreements under the Family Law Act, 2nd edition

• Fernando et al, Family Law in Australia, 11th edition

• Serisier, Family Law: An Australian Guide