1. Law in Motion - Who really wins out of marriage and divorce?

2. What's up - Updates in Family Law for the week

3. Case Note Corner - Re Andrews

 Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for general information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and should not be relied on as such. The views expressed are general in nature and may not apply to your specific circumstances. You should seek independent legal advice before acting on any information discussed.

References 

1. Women Only Learn THIS Too Late — Secret to Money, Success & Purpose | Liz Gilbert
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1. What's Up - Updates in Family Law for the week
2. Law in Motion - The less acknowledged triggering dates in Family Law
3. Your Questions Answered

 Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for general information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and should not be relied on as such. The views expressed are general in nature and may not apply to your specific circumstances. You should seek independent legal advice before acting on any information discussed.

 Links

Federal Court Justice Jane Needham has highlighted both the promise and the risks of artificial intelligence in costs law

https://www.liv.asn.au/web/law_institute_journal_and_news/web/lij/year/2026/02february/what-cost-lawyers-need-to-know-about-ai.aspx

NSW Chief Justice Andrew Bell has called for major investment in court and tribunal infrastructure

https://www.lawsociety.com.au/nsw-chief-justice-powerful-voice-better-court-infrastructure#:~:text=A%20call%20by%20the%20Chief,the%20remarks%20by%20the%20Hon

Global legal AI platform Harvey is entering Australian legal education 

https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/newlaw/43634-harvey-enters-australian-law-schools-partnering-with-uts-and-usyd 

1. What's Up: Thank you and updates for this week
2.  Law in Motion: Technology Facilitated Abuse 
3.  Your Questions Answered

 Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for general information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and should not be relied on as such. The views expressed are general in nature and may not apply to your specific circumstances. You should seek independent legal advice before acting on any information discussed.

 Links

New Psychosocial Hazard Regulations (VIC)

What lawyers need to know about the new psychosocial hazards regulations

Starter Kits for AML Regulations

https://lsj.com.au/articles/aml-ctf-program-starter-kits-now-available-online/ 

Solicitors Wellbeing Service

https://www.lawsociety.com.au/publications-and-resources/news-media-releases/solicitors-mental-health-help-expands-couples-0

Webinar: AI and Everyday Use for Family Lawyers
https://leap.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Y4m5P-akS-yC6fHEueWEWA#/registration

1.  What's Up: Introductions and updates for 2026
2.  Law in Motion: A discussion about AI in Family Law
3.  Your Questions answered

 Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for general information and discussion purposes only. It does not constitute legal advice, and should not be relied on as such. The views expressed are general in nature and may not apply to your specific circumstances. You should seek independent legal advice before acting on any information discussed.

 Links

The Law Society of NSW’s Access to Justice Department Expression of Interest Form: https://link.lawsociety.com.au/ODIyLU9aRC04MzcAAAGfcoefKpvPvZ1tTuJ-lgWGkMLVIJh0J5x4Caxn7rFxoXPwnMNe3vV0TBZ2EOndfRi3-77myBI=

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