Exploring the Intersections of Family Law & Family Violence | SMFVRIC & SMLS

Join us for a session led by South East Monash Legal

The workshop will highlight recent legislative changes and examine their potential implications for individuals and families navigating the family law system. Through the use of a client case study, SMLS will bring these issues to life, deepening practitioners’ understanding of how family violence can influence legal outcomes, and client experiences.

The workshop will provide practical insights to support practitioners in identifying, responding to, and referring clients experiencing family violence within the context of family law matters.

This Workshop Will:

• Explore the intersection between family violence and family law, and how these issues shape clients’ experiences, decisions and legal outcomes.
• Increase practitioners’ awareness of recent legislative changes and their implications for individuals and families experiencing family violence.
• Illustrate the practical impact of these changes through a client story, bringing legal concepts and client experiences to life.
• Deepen understanding of the risks, barriers and complexities faced by clients navigating both family violence and family law matters.
• Strengthen practitioners’ capacity to identify and respond to family violence within the context of family law.
• Enhance confidence in providing trauma-informed support and making appropriate referrals to meet clients’ legal needs.

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