This Week in Family Law

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...

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 pleadings, Harman obligations, restraining lawyers, and cryptocurrency. This is part one of a two-part series with The Honourable Garry Watts AM. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:58 - Pleadings 6:42 - Harman obligations 11:08 - Restraining lawyer...

In this bonus episode of This Week in Family Law, we dive into the AI technology in LEAP Legal Software, including use cases for tools such as LawY, Matter AI and Ruffle. We also discuss the security and privacy guardrails set up around the artificial intelligence in LEAP to ensure it meets the strict regulations of the legal industry. LEAP's AI is purpose-built for law firms ensuring it is m...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we discuss the release of a new practice direction from the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia on the use of Artificial Intelligence, which provides guidance on the responsible use of AI by all court users, including parties, lawyers and private experts. The practice direction aims to maintain public confidence in court process, ensure that th...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we cover the latest updates in Australian family law, including a farewell to the Honourable Justice Aldridge, a new AI practice note from the Supreme Court of Victoria, a landmark Canadian decision recognising a new tort of intimate partner violence, and the Court's new robing policy.  For Ethics with Elena, we dive into what to do when your client...

In this bonus episode of This Week in Family Law, we discuss the 2026 federal budget and the cuts to Legal Aid NSW, including what they mean for vulnerable Australians navigating the family law system. From 1 July 2026, Legal Aid NSW will significantly tighten eligibility for family law representation, leaving many people with disabilities, older Australians, and those from culturally and linguist...

In this episode, we cover the Federal Circuit and Family Court's new pilot of electronic divorce hearings by video, the Court's AI Transparency Statement, the Law Council of Australia's warning that children's voices are at risk as the family law safety net frays, and a Treasury consultation on preventing perpetrators from accessing victims' superannuation death benefits....

In this episode, we cover the Senate inquiry into domestic, family and sexual violence and suicide, the Children's Online Privacy Code consultation, and perfectionism in the legal profession. In Law in Motion, we explore financial control and economic abuse as family violence, what it looks like in practice, and best practice tips for acting for the alleged perpetrator. In Case Note Corner, w...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we discuss the demonstration hosted by US-based AI company Anthropic for its new legal plugin, which attracted 20,000 registrations from lawyers, as well as a controversial new celebrity endorsement for legal AI. In Law in Motion, we explore how AI is reshaping how junior lawyers develop professional judgment and discuss some practical actions both junio...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we delve into the Use of Generative AI Practice Note from the Federal Court of Australia.  In Law in Motion, we explore how court proceedings can be weaponised against your client and what you can do to reduce the risk of this occurring. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:44 - What's Up? - Updates in Family Law for this week 4:24 - Law in Motion - Weap...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we explore Standing Committee on Social Policy and Legal Affairs as well as a scam divorce website warning in WA.  In Law in Motion, we explore how to manage different personality types in family law including over-anxious mums, alpha male clients, and alienating parents.   Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:49 - What's Up? - Updates in Family Law for...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we explore key family law updates in Australia, including a survey for the evaluation of the Family Law Amendment Act 2023 and an article on the successful court dog program that has been trialed across 11 NSW courts. In Law in Motion, we explore public perception that the Family Law system is Australia is broken and how lawyers can help clients understa...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we explore key family law updates in Australia, including a Sydney lawyer who was ordered to repay a council millions and an article from the Law Institute of Victoria urging Junior lawyers to stand out with strong AI skills. In Case Note Corner, we explore the case of Kim Kardashian and Kanye's divorce, and how Kanye's mental health affected p...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we explore key family law updates in Australia, including NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics, Update to Court Forms, and a new AI tool for self-represented litigants. In our new segment 'Ethics with Elena', we explore the case of Jennings & Barrese [2025], where the legal practitioner was found to have breached the South Australian legal practi...

In this bonus episode of This Week in Family Law, we discuss the case of Police v Fairleigh, which resulted in the first ever criminal conviction under the coercive control laws that came into effect in New South Wales in 2024, including the implications it might have for family lawyers moving forward. Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for general information and discussion purposes only. It do...

In this episode of This Week in Family Law, we explore the latest family law updates in Australia, and explore the evolution of Family Law in Australia in honour of the 50th Anniversary of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia. Plus, Deena presents a Case Note Corner exploring the 2025 case of Walsh & Walsh. Chapters: 0:00 - Introduction 0:48 - What's Up? - Updates in Family L...

1. What's Up: Updates in Family Law for the week  2. Law in Motion: A pop culture twist on spousal maintenance   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 circumstance...

1. Law in Motion: Dealing with a client that uses AI  2. What's Up: Updates in Family Law for the week  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 sh...

 1. Interview with Jahan Kalantar  2. Interview with Michael Kearney SC  3. Interview with Liz Kofoed  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...

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 circu...

What's Up - Updates in Family Law for the week Law in Motion - The less acknowledged triggering dates in Family Law 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 circumstance...

What's Up: Thank you and updates for this week  Law in Motion: Technology Facilitated Abuse   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 ind...

 What's Up: Introductions and updates for 2026  Law in Motion: A discussion about AI in Family Law  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 se...

This Week in Family law is the go-to podcast for busy Australian family lawyers who want to stay updated without the overwhelm. In this preview episode, we introduce all five of our hosts and hear about what made them go into the legal industry. A new episode of This Week in Family Law will be dropping every Monday. Tune in to stay up to date with all the latest updates in Family Law in Australia.