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The Family Court of Australia has announced its ambition to achieve “a world-leading best practice family law system” with radical changes to take effect from 1 September 2021.
Speaking to the legal profession, Family Court Chief Justice Will Alstergren detailed the plan for next month’s merger of the Family Court and the Federal Circuit Court of Australia (FCFCOA). These details include:
The Court hopes the overhaul will result in 90 per cent of cases resolved within 12 months of the initial filing date. This would be a remarkable change to the current waiting times, with some cases still awaiting judgment three years after filing.
Overall, the aim of the new Court was to provide just outcomes while prioritising the safety of children, and to do so “as quickly, inexpensively and efficiently as possible,” the Chief Justice said.
For assistance in understanding how the Court merger affects current litigants — and also those who may be considering Court action — we recommend seeking advice from one of our experienced Family Lawyers.