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In this episode of Daze in Court, Foley's List members Rohan Hoult is joined by Belle Lane to take a deep dive into the legal process for family law matters relating to gender dysphoria, discussing what is gender dysphoria; how it's relevant to the Courts; and how to approach these sensitive issues to achieve the most effective outcomes.

In collaboration with Victorian Women Lawyers, this is the final episode of Career Stages: Getting Your Ducks in a Row, a series exploring the key life stages and financial milestones that may impact women in law with keynote speakers discussing their experiences and insights into starting your own legal business, starting or ending relationships and starting parental leave and returning to work....

Parenthood: It's Impact on Your Career and Finances  In this episode, Joanna Abraham and Sophie Lefebvre from Victorian Women Lawyers are joined by Catherine Brooks of Wendy Brooks & Partners and Foley's List member Olivia Callahan. Together, they share their personal experiences and insights on how having children can impact careers. Tune in as they discuss the challenges and obstacles of balanci...

Relationship Milestones: Setting Up for Success at the Start or End of a Relationship In this episode, Joanna Abraham and Sophie Lefebvre from Victorian Women Lawyers is joined by Bonnie Phillips (Coulter Legal) and Michelle Button (Foley's List barrister) to discuss the considerations and measures to think about when getting into -- or out of -- relationships to best protect your financial assets...

In collaboration with Victorian Women Lawyers, this is the first episode of Career Stages: Getting Your Ducks in a Row, a series exploring the key life stages and financial milestones that may impact women in law with keynote speakers discussing their experiences and insights into starting your own legal business, starting or ending relationships and starting parental leave and returning to work....

In this new Daze In Court episode, Rohan and Harriet engage in an in-depth discussion onthe principles of the Harman Undertaking and provide insights into best practices for briefing barristers, alongside a brief update on recent developments in the family law community.  Paper referenced, 'Can I use documents received in my family law matter for other purposes?', by Mary Young  https://www.blackw...

In this episode, Foley's List barrister Kepler Ryan summarises and provides insight to some notable cases relating to financial and property matters in the Family Law jurisdiction in 2023.   

In this episode of the Daze in Court series, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult and Michele Brooks returns to continue discussing the changes made in the Family Law Amendment Act 2023 and what exactly might be the implications of these amendments in practice. This episode is the second half of a two-part series, following S5 Episode 13.  To view Michele's presentation, access it here:  https://fo...

In this episode of the Daze in Court series, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult and Michele Brooks sits down to look at the new Family Law Amendment Act 2023, discussing what has changed and what has  not changed, and how the changes may affect how we look at parenting orders going forward. This episode is part one of two. 

In this episode of "Daze in Court", Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult and Alex Metherell discuss with Jim Mellas tips for briefing counsel, the state of the Parthenon Marbles dispute, dealing with non-disclosure in financial matters in the family law jurisdiction. To write in with a question, suggest future topics, or provide feedback for this series, email in to Rohan Hoult at  rhoult@vicbar.co...

In this episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult and Harriet Geddes reunite to launch a new series: "Daze In Court". They discuss the importance of court etiquette for practitioners and how to recognise inappropriate conduct in Court, as well as the best ways to manage and deal with those difficult situations.   To write in with a question, suggest future topics, or provide feedback for this s...

In this episode, Foley's List barrister and advanced mediator Glen Pauline gives a franchise case update discussing two recent judgements, relating to an injunction proceeding and the recent Mercedes Benz case related to goodwill, non-renewal and good faith.

This is a recording of Session 5 of the Foley's February Criminal Law CPD Series of 2024. In this episode, Paul Holdenson KC & Jack O'Connor discusses learnings from some recent decisions of the Court of Appeal, including in relation to hearsay evidence, stay applications, identification evidence, the relevance of childhood deprivation in sentencing, and more.

This is a recording of Session 4 of the Foley's February Criminal Law CPD Series of 2024. In this episode, Foley's List barristers Peter Matthews and Simon Thomas explains the purpose and breakdown of the new regime, looks into exemptions, protections in place against improper disclosure, and the future of the regime.

This is a recording of Session 3 of the Foley's February Criminal Law CPD Series of 2024. In this episode, Foley's List barristers Michael Stanton and Julia Kretzenbacher explores what exactly Section 137: Exclusion of prejudicial evidence in criminal proceedings means and how it has been applied in the Courts, with an in-depth look at IMM v the Queen 2016.

This is a recording of session 2 of the Foley's February Criminal Law CPD Series of 2024. In this episode, Sharon Lacy S.C. and Hetty de Crespigny touch on the law, the science and the philosophy behind doli incapax, then discusses the preparation and forensic decision making in doli incapax cases.

This is a recording of Session 1 of the Foley's February Criminal Law CPD Series of 2024. In this episode, Daniel Gurvich KC, Tristan Joseph and Leigh Crosbie discuss responding to Notices to Produce, Obligations of Disclosure, and contrast Continuing and Non-Continuing Offences.

In this episode of Think Foley's, we join Rohan Hoult and Harriet Geddes in a casual Q&A style chat. Rohan and Harriet cover a wide range of topics, from changes to the Family Law Act to advice for solicitors and barristers alike when preparing for a defended hearing.   Rohan Hoult has over 35 years' experience practicing exclusively in family law. Rohan is also an AIFLAM Nationally Accredited Med...

In this episode of Think Foley's, barristers Phillip Bloemen, Tim McCulloch and Kaitlyn Foote shares practical tips, tricks and advice on how a junior practitioner can step into preparing and running contested hearings - specifically for matters that run for less than a day, and focus on a confined legal or evidentiary issue. Her Honour Magistrate Burnside joins the barristers in sharing a Magistr...

In this episode, Campbell Hangay explores the causational concept of counterfactual hypothesis in personal injury law and how it has been applied in recent matters, including in the context of mental harm. An explanation of causation is followed by a deep-dive into cases using a counterfactual hypothesis, and the importance of expert evidence in establishing a counter factual claim in mental injur...

In this episode, Priscilla Blackadder examines the substantial developments in the use of generative AI and investigates the legal questions and ongoing claims surrounding the new technology, including: Do AI creations infringe on intellectual property? Are AI creations copyright protected? And who owns the content that an AI platform generates? View links to artworks and music mentioned.

Paul Holdenson KC and Jack O'Connor analyse the most recent decisions in the court of appeal across nine categories. Cases of complicity, evidence of incriminating conduct and retrials are discussed, among others.

The fourth 2023 Foley's February session is presented by Ruth Champion and Natalie Simpson. This episode is covers what an abuse of process is and how courts can prevent them. Ruth and Natalie give tips on making permanent stay applications, and appeals and recent cases in the area are discussed.

[Reupload: Audio Issues Fixed] The third 2023 Foley's February session is presented by Julie Condon KC and Bridie Kelly. This episode is concerned with second and subsequent appeals, going through the procedural history and the notable case of Roberts v the Queen. Complimentary paper can be found on Foley's website at www.foleys.com.au/cpdresources.aspx .

[Reupload: Audio Issues Fixed] The second 2023 Foley's February session is presented by Nadia Kaddeche and Ffyona Livingstone Clark. This episode is concerned with the Evidence Act with a particular focus on hearsay and relevant caselaw. Complimentary handout resources are available on Foley's website at www.foleys.com.au/cpdresources.aspx.