Content Warning: This episode includes discussions of toxic workplace environments, bullying, harassment, workplace conflict and the mistreatment of legal professionals. Some listeners may find these topics confronting or distressing. Listener discretion is advised.



In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we speak to two lawyers who have been impacted by toxic workplaces in the legal industry, and learn how it affected them and how they coped with the trauma caused by this mistreatment.



If you or anyone you know needs support, please contact:
1800RESPECT - 1800 737 732
Lifeline - 13 11 14
Beyond Blue - 1300 22 4636



Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:52 - Anonymous interview one
11:44 - Anonymous interview two
22:09 - Discussion about toxic workplaces in law



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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.




Topics covered in this episode:
- Toxic workplaces
- Bad bosses
- Toxic law firms, 
- Lawyer wellbeing
- Workplace bullying
- Workplace culture
- Law firm culture
- Legal careers
- Lawyer mental health
- Workplace harassment
- Burnout in law




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Content warning: This episode discusses domestic and family violence, including statistics relating to domestic violence. If you or someone you know is impacted by domestic, family or sexual violence, support is available from 1800RESPECT on 1800 737 732 or at 1800respect.org.au. In an emergency, call 000.



In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we cover the latest updates in Australian family law, including a new LGBTQIA+ Legal Services Hub and a Practice and Procedure Update regarding the National Enforcement List.

In Law in Motion, we look at the stats provided in the DV Death Dashboard and how family lawyers can use it to prompt better intake questions, safer separation planning, more careful parenting advice, and more informed evidence preparation.




Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:36 - What's Up? - Updates in Family Law for this week
7:03 - Law in Motion - The Data Behind Domestic Violence



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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.




Topics covered in this episode:
- Practice and Procedure Update- National Enforcement List 
- MyBFA: Australia's first online platform for binding financial agreements
- LGBTQIA+ Legal Services Hub
- Domestic Violence Death Dashboard
- NSW domestic violence statistics
- Insights into domestic violence-related deaths to inform prevention, policy, and public understanding





Links:
DV Death Dashboard
https://coroners.nsw.gov.au/dvddeath-dashboard.html

Support: 1800RESPECT - 1800 737 732
NSW Domestic Violence Line - 1800 65 64 63

Practice and Procedure Update - National Enforcement List 
https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/updates-profession/nel-0826

Gold Coast Bulliten Article on My BFA
https://www.goldcoastbulletin.com.au/subscribe/news/1/?sourceCode=GCWEB_WRE170_a&dest=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.goldcoastbulletin.com.au%2Fnews%2Fgold-coast%2Fnew-legaltech-platform-aims-to-disrupt-australias-costly-divorce-agreements%2Fnews-story%2Fd93f85b9bbc814fa20312390c3e5b863&memtype=anonymous&mode=premium

MyBFA Website
https://mybfa.com.au/about

LGBTQIA+ Legal Services Hub
https://lsj.com.au/articles/new-legal-service-for-lgbtqia-community-in-new-south-wales/

Anselmo [2026] FedCFamC1A 87 
https://jade.io/article/1230447?at.hl=Anselmo+%5B2026%5D+FedCFamC1A+87

FCFCOA Family Law Rules 2021
https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2021L01197/latest/text




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In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we cover the latest updates in Australian family law, including the 2026 NSW Law Society Council Election and the upcoming Rural, Regional and Remote conference.

In Law in Motion, we take a deep dive into Cryptocurrency and hidden assets, and look at the four main questions practitioners need to be asking themselves when dealing with these types of assets.

Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:43 - What's Up? - Updates in Family Law for this week
3:43 - Law in Motion - Cryptocurrency and hidden assets



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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.

Topics covered in this episode:
- Legal Aid Practitioner Forum Registrations open

- 2026 NSW Law Society Council Election to commence late August

- Rural, Regional and Remote conference to be held on 23 October 2026, focusing on the specific needs and challenges of practitioners working in regional or rural areas

- Australian Financial Review: Is AI the end of the junior lawyer? 

- Practical tips for lawyers grappling with cryptocurrencies and similar types of digital currencies in family law property settlement matters

- Australian private ownership of cryptocurrencies and figures in the last 12 months

- What warning signs might suggest undisclosed cryptocurrency?

- What documents and information should be requested?

- What should be examined once disclosure has been received? 

- What steps can a lawyer take if a party is hiding cryptocurrencies?

Links:
Legal Aid Private Practitioner Forum 2026

https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/2136ceb5-e178-43fb-a5a3-b3b7d5ed2c18@3d67f2aa-e325-4657-b420-76837b985d05?source=copyLinkLegacyShareEventDialog&fbclid=IwY2xjawTzOSxwZG9mBWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMG1sQmFmZEVmeGo0YkRmbjBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEebEm2tIMgYHWK4JbnKmQcCO_O72TLzYukEMkZDj4isVCpV6_urm0FjXFxn3M_aem_RFNOU1zrob15re4jx74Mow

Rural, Regional and Remote Conference 2026 Registrations

https://www.lawsociety.com.au/events/events-calendar/rural-issues-conference-2026

AFR Article: Is AI the end of the junior lawyer

https://www.afr.com/companies/professional-services/is-ai-the-end-of-the-junior-lawyer-20260803-p60kxj

Cryptocurrency ownership stats news article

https://ritzherald.com/crypto-in-australia-key-statistics-and-trends-to-know-in-2026/

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In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we cover the latest updates in Australian family law, including the FLS Expert Conference in Canberra, the Law Society of NSW AI Hub Resource and the High Court finding that secret recordings can be used as evidence in DV cases.

In Law in Motion, we explore the legalities behind Sofia Vergara's frozen embryo dispute with ex-husband Nick Loeb, plus some similar Australian cases and what Australian family lawyers can take from these cases.



Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:40 - What's Up? - Updates in Family Law for this week
4:26 - Law in Motion - Sofia Vergara's frozen embryo dispute




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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.



Topics covered in this episode:
- Junior lawyer loses job due to TikTok
- FLS Expert Conference in Canberra
- Law Society of NSW AI Hub Resource 
- High Court finds secret recordings can be used as evidence in DV case
- Sofia Vergara's frozen embryo dispute
- Leena & Leena [2024] case
- Piccolo v Piccolo [2017] case




Links:
FLS Expert Conference in Canberra
https://www.lawsociety.com.au/publications-and-resources/AI-legal-professionals

High Court finds secret recordings can be used as evidence in DV case
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-06/high-court-win-for-domestic-violence-secret-recording/107006118

Junior lawyer loses job due to TikTok
https://www.news.com.au/finance/work/at-work/soulsucking-junior-lawyer-sacked-after-tiktok-video/news-story/adfecefc94cd5cfaea340bc095d16d60

FCFCOA Frozen Embryos Case
Leena & Leena [2024] FedCFamC1F 135

Family Court of WA Frozen Embryos Case
Piccolo v Piccolo [2017] FCWA 167




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In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we cover the latest updates in Australian family law, including 2026 national and state statistics on marriages and divorces, Webex divorce hearings, and the recent non-compliance case of Catlin and Catlin.

In Law in Motion, we explore the Hague Convention cases behind the controversial 60 minutes episode titled 'The Point of No Return' and the court's response to the program.



Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:30 - What's Up? - Updates in Family Law for this week
7:57 - Law in Motion - Hague Convention
21:25 - Case Note Corner - Catlin and Catlin (No 2)



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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.



Topics covered in this episode:
- National and state statistics on marriages and divorces
- Divorce hearings moving to video (Webex)
- Rebel Wilson wins defamation battle with Charlotte (Debbie) MacInnes
- Changes to Supreme Court administrative arrangements
- Hague Convention & international child abduction
- The Court responds to 60 Minutes: The Point of No Return
- Family violence, child safety & return orders
- Legal Profession Conduct Commissioner



Links:
ABS national and state statistics on marriages and divorces 
https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/people/people-and-communities/marriages-and-divorces-australia/latest-release

https://www.abs.gov.au/media-centre/media-releases/7-interesting-stats-about-australian-marriages-and-divorces-2025


Divorce hearings moving to video
https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/updates-profession/divorce-pilot-national-rollout


Rebel Wilson wins defamation battle
https://lsj.com.au/articles/rebel-wilson-wins-defamation-battle/


Changes to the Supreme Court’s administrative arrangements 
https://supremecourt.nsw.gov.au/documents/media/sc20260731.pdf


Hague Convention
https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/latest-news/hague-report

https://www.9now.com.au/60-minutes/season-2026/episode-15

https://lsj.com.au/articles/the-limits-of-the-hague-convention-in-child-abduction-cases/

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2021/263.html?context=1;query=Department%2520of%2520Communities%2520and%2520Justice%2520&%2520Bamfield;mask_path=

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2022/2.html

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2022/3.html

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1A/2022/35.html?context=1;query=Department%2520of%2520Communities%2520and%2520Justice%2520&%2520Bamfield;mask_path=

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2022/918.html

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/HCATrans/2022/209.html?context=1;query=Department%2520of%2520Communities%2520and%2520Justice%2520&%2520Bamfield;mask_path=

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2022/1077.html?context=1;query=Department%2520of%2520Communities%2520and%2520Justice%2520&%2520Bamfield;mask_path=au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2024/479.html?

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1A/2024/186.html?

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1A/2024/245.html?

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2025/25.html?

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2025/70.html?

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC2F/2025/1085.html?

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1F/2025/551.html?context=1;query=Halmi%20&%20Halmi%20;mask_path=

https://casechat.au/cases/au/department-of-communities-and-justice-austin

https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1A/2025/41.html?context=1;query=Moroz%20&%20Moroz%20;mask_path=


Catlin & Catlin (No 2) [2026] FedCFamC1A 128
https://www.austlii.edu.au/cgi-bin/viewdoc/au/cases/cth/FedCFamC1A/2026/128.html?context=1;query=Catlin%20&%20Catlin;mask_path=



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In this bonus episode of This Week in Family Law, we cover the all the latest updates in Australian family law that occurred during our break, including State Budgets and their impact of their respective courts, the NSW Supreme Court's new Instagram account, and all the latest on AI in Family Law.



Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:34 - What's Up? - Updates in Family Law for this week



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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.



Topics covered in this episode:
- Is AI Eroding the Legal Apprenticeship?
- The Supreme Court of NSW Is Now on Instagram
- NSW LPAB Interim Report on PLT Reform
- LIV: Family Law Court Program Offers an Insider's Perspective
- FCFCOA Recruiting a Director of AI Innovation and Transformation
- Courts 'Left Behind' in the NSW Budget (24 June)
- QLS Welcomes Queensland Budget Boost (23 June)
- Law Society SA: 'Justice Denied' in the State Budget (5 June)
- Foundation to Boost Indigenous Legal Practitioners (9 July)
- QLS Campaign on AI-Generated 'Legal Advice'
- LIV: How Good Supervision Supports a Thriving Profession
- LIV: Top AI Pitfalls in Law and How to Avoid Them




Links:

Is AI Eroding the Legal Apprenticeship?
https://lsj.com.au/articles/is-ai-eroding-the-legal-apprenticeship/


The Supreme Court of NSW Instagram
https://www.instagram.com/nswsupremecourt/?hl=en


NSW LPAB Interim Report on PLT Reform
https://supremecourt.nsw.gov.au/documents/media/Interim-Report-PLT-20260313.pdf


LIV: Family Law Court Program Offers an Insider's Perspective
https://www.liv.asn.au/web/law_institute_journal_and_news/web/lij/year/2026/07july/family-law-court-program-offers-insiders-perspective.aspx


FCFCOA Recruiting a Director of AI Innovation and Transformation
https://fcajobs.nga.net.au/cp/index.cfm?event=jobs.checkJobDetailsNewApplication&returnToEvent=jobs.listJobs&jobid=933349FE-E6B6-B961-651E-ED1FA092A08D&CurATC=EXT&CurBID=677CD450-FC33-84A3-A68E-E3BF25CFF5ED&JobListID=D88C9D6E-258B-7949-72C3-E3BF25DC4B1B&jobsListKey=f37d3b12-d436-41ab-a927-c989beaf5291&persistVariables=CurATC,CurBID,JobListID,jobsListKey,JobID&lid=24342500044&rmuh=35FB2755B43F18BF1C54843D1D41B3F9ABF21AB3


Courts 'Left Behind' in the NSW Budget (24 June)
https://www.lawsociety.com.au/courts-left-behind-nsw-budget-infrastructure-bonanza


QLS Welcomes Queensland Budget Boost (23 June)
https://www.qls.com.au/news-media-advocacy/qls-welcomes-budget-boost


Law Society SA: 'Justice Denied' in the State Budget (5 June)
https://www.lawsocietysa.asn.au/site/news-media-and-advocacy/media-releases/Justice-denied-in-State-Budget.aspx?name=Justice-denied-in-State-Budget


Foundation to Boost Indigenous Legal Practitioners (9 July)
https://www.lawsociety.com.au/publications-and-resources/news-media-releases/foundation-boost-indigenous-legal-practitioners


QLS Campaign on AI-Generated 'Legal Advice'
https://www.qlsproctor.com.au/2026/05/qls-launches-campaign-to-address-risks-of-ai-generated-legal-advice/


LIV: How Good Supervision Supports a Thriving Profession
https://www.liv.asn.au/web/law_institute_journal_and_news/web/lij/year/2026/06june/how-good-supervision-can-support-a-thriving-legal-profession.aspx


LIV: Top AI Pitfalls in Law and How to Avoid Them
https://www.liv.asn.au/web/law_institute_journal_and_news/web/lij/year/2026/05may/strategic-insights-for-safe-use-of-ai-legal-forum-2026.aspx





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In our first episode for Season 2 of This Week in Family Law, we cover the latest updates in Australian family law, including updates to court transcripts, new judicial appointments, fee increases, and the FCFCOA's response to a controversial 60 Minutes report. 

In Law in Motion, each of our hosts tells a crazy client story that has stuck with them to this day. From explicit photos for evidence to embarrassing issues brought up in divorce proceedings, this episode has it all!



Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
1:49 - What's Up? - Updates in Family Law for this week
9:06 - Law in Motion - Crazy client stories



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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.



Topics covered in this episode:
- Court transcripts: Courts have transitioned to interim arrangements, with in-house transcriptionists
- Public statement in response to the 60 Minutes report - The point of no return
- NSW practitioner's dinner - 14 August Sydney, guest speaker is The Hon Deputy Chief Justice Robert McClelland AO
- Increase to family law filing fees - 1 July 2026
- Joint Costs Advisory Committee seeking submissions on scales of legal costs recoverable in federal court
- New judicial appointments
- Family Court of WA advises delays for transcription services while they transition to a new provider
- Fee increases in Family Court of WA from 1 July
- Crazy client stories
- Evidence in court
- Property settlement
- Divorce matters



Links:

Recording and transcript services update
https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/latest-news/recording-transcription-100626

https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/updates-profession/recording-transcription-220626


Transcription services WA 
https://familycourt.wa.gov.au/_apps/news/detail.aspx?ID=1449&uid=2548-5324-9056-5489


Order form to access transcripts
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=IwcY7uC620uqKunrmAvIVhy2_PtQcd5OuGh_ZudLE6NUQ01WNVE0V1VQRjRXWlNEVlVWVkJNVU04TCQlQCN0PWcu


Public statement in response to the 60 Minutes report
https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/latest-news/hague-report


NSW Family Law Practitioners' Dinner 
https://www.familylawsection.org.au/events/16-family-law-practitioners-dinner/2168-nsw-family-law-practitioners-dinner-21-august-2026.html


Increase to family law fees FCFCOA - 1 July 2026
https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/latest-news/fl-fees-increase


Increase to family law fees FCWA- 1 July 2026
https://www.familycourt.wa.gov.au/F/fees.aspx


New Judges - FCFCOA 
https://www.lawyersweekly.com.au/the-bar/44713-fcfcoa-welcomes-three-new-judges


New Judicial Officer - FCWA 
https://familycourt.wa.gov.au/_apps/news/detail.aspx?ID=1448&uid=2548-5324-9056-5489


Joint Costs Advisory Committee - 2026 Call for Submissions
https://www.fcfcoa.gov.au/news-and-media-centre/latest-news/jcac




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In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we take you back to our inaugural Family Law Forum Conference, where we spoke with clinical psychologist and Director of The Relationspace, Dr Catherine Boland, to explore the psychology behind parenting disputes. Dr Boland shares her insights on high-conflict parenting matters, the impact of anxiety and overprotection on children, and what family lawyers can do to better support clients navigating separation. We also discuss the role of single experts, managing unrealistic client expectations, and the psychological challenges faced by professionals working in family law.



Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
00:47 - Interview with Dr Catherine Boland
11:25 - Conclusion



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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.



Topics discussed:
- The Psychology of Parenting Disputes
- Parenting Capacity and Child Development
- Safety vs Overprotection in Parenting Matters
- High-Conflict Family Law Cases
- The Re Andrews Principle
- Anxiety and Hyper vigilance in Parenting Disputes
- Managing Client Expectations
- The Role of Single Experts
- Challenging Unrealistic Client Narratives
- Human Behaviour in Family Law
- Psychological Wellbeing for Family Lawyers
- Preventing Burnout and Compassion Fatigue
- Finding Meaning in Family Law Practice



Links:
The learn more about The Relationspace, visit
https://www.therelationspace.com.au/



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In this bonus episode of This Week in Family Law, we chat to UK family lawyer Katie Phillips to compare the differences in family law between Australia and the United Kingdom. Katie describes her path to becoming a family lawyer in the UK, and reveals some key differences in de facto relationships, no-fault divorce, family violence, spousal maintenance and more.



Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
2:08 - Family Law in Australia vs UK



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.



About the podcast:
This Week in Family Law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers looking to stay updated without the overwhelm. Whether you’re a family lawyer in Australia, a practitioner working towards CPD, or simply interested in family law, this podcast delivers clear, practical insights in a bite-sized format. Subscribe to stay up to date with the latest developments in Australian family law. New episodes drop every Monday.




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In this bonus episode of This Week in Family Law, we discuss topics that have been given some airtime with recent Full Court and Div 1 decisions including estoppel in property cases where there have been findings about family violence in earlier proceedings, identifying the power when making interim financial orders, and the fate of Robb & Robb after the 2025 property amendments. This is part one of a two-part series with The Honourable Garry Watts AM.



Chapters:
0:00 - Introduction
0:52 - Estoppel
5:55 - Identifying the Power in Interim Financial Orders
12:42 - The fate of Robb & Robb



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Case List:
Bhaget & Sandhu (No 4) [2005] FedCFamC1F 229 (Schonell J)
Damaini& Damaini [2010] FamCA 217 (Watts J)
Benson and Drury [2020] FamCAFC 303
Voight and Zunino [2025] FedCFamC1A 201 ( Austin, Schonell and Curran JJ)
Shinohara[2025]FedCFamC1F 122
Zschokke [1996] Fam 79; 
Marchant [2012] FamCAFC 181
Nguyen [1990]HCA 9
Strahan [2011] FamCAFC 126
Harris [1993] FamCA 49
Robb and Robb [1994] FamCA 136
Cherokee & Cherokee [2005] FedCFamC1A 191 (Christie J)




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