Appearing on behalf of an Independent Children’s Lawyer: Part 1 – the role of the Independent Children’s Lawyer.

Various systemic factors mean briefs to appear on behalf of an Independent Children’s Lawyer (ICL) are being offered to junior counsel and readers, notwithstanding the increasing complexity of such matters. Briefs to appear for the ICL can be challenging to seasoned counsel, let alone to a new advocate who may not have exposure to the work of an ICL.

This is the first of a 2-part presentation in an attempt to ‘bridge a gap’ and assist junior counsel to understand the important role of the ICL, and gain valuable insights on how to be an effective advocate when appearing for the ICL.

This first session focuses on the role of the ICL. Please join Katie Kelso, Acting Executive Director of Family Law at Legal Aid, Leah Reid, Greenway Chambers and Judge Beckhouse of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2).

Moderated by John Longworth, Frederick Jordan Chambers.