Introduction to family law

This unit gives you an understanding of the fundamental principles and concepts in Family Law. Topics include:

• the family - history and the concept of 'the family'
• practising family law - professional and ethical challenges and courts jurisdiction;
• marriage and divorce - obligations created by marriage
• dividing property under the Family Law Act - principles relating to property division between married couples and those living in a de facto relationship
• children's rights and parental responsibilities - the Family Law Act relating to parental responsibility and parenting orders
• family support spousal maintenance and child support.