Many psychologists become involved in family law matters, whether it be to support a client or inadvertently as a result being issued a subpoena or called as a witness in proceedings.
This presentation will:
- Provide a practical overview of the Family Law Act 1975, including key principles of the Act which are relevant to psychologists and/or relate to family violence and mental health in parenting and financial matters
- Explain the weight the court may provide to evidence from psychologists, including reports, in interim and final hearings
- Clarify what documents can be subpoenaed in proceedings and when confidentiality may apply
- Provide practical tips for psychologists with children as clients, or when assisting a child or parent who is subject to family law proceedings.
About our presenter: Rohan Kelly, Senior Associate, Velocity Legal
Rohan Kelly has worked exclusively in family law since his admission in 2017. In this time, Rohan has assisted in a variety of family law matters, comprising of parenting matters containing significant allegations of family violence and child abuse, international property interests, and spousal and child maintenance.
Rohan is also familiar with drafting Financial Agreements, lodging appeals in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, and has experience with parenting matters involving numerous parties, such as Independent Children's Lawyers and the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing and advising clients on parenting matters involving children with special needs.
Webinar timing: 7:00 – 8:00 pm AEDT
Access to the recording of this webinar: A recording of this webinar will be available through the CPD Webinar Library, but for the best experience and the opportunity to ask your questions, join us live. Everyone who registers will be advised via email as soon as the recording is available. Members have unlimited access to the recording, and non-members will have access for 6 months.