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Live Webinar: Child Support Departures: Has the Bar been set too High?

There are always exceptional cases where the standard child support formula does not take into account a family’s circumstances, or where things change to such an extent that the formula or agreement can no longer be considered appropriate. This session will look at the key challe
PRESENTED BY Cath Devine Barrister - Foley's List , Melbourne

Date/Time

Wednesday 11th September 2024
Vic, NSW, Qld, ACT, Tas: 1.30pm to 2.30pm
SA & NT: 1.00pm to 2.00pm
WA: 11.30am to 12.30pm

About the Webinar

There are always exceptional cases where the standard child support formula does not take into account a family’s circumstances, or where things change to such an extent that the formula or agreement can no longer be considered appropriate. This session will look at the key challenges in seeking changes to child support assessments, including:

  • When do the circumstances warrant a different child support route? What are the options?
  • Drafting tips and traps for Limited Child Support Agreements and Binding Child Support Agreements
  • Can one party ever get out of a private agreement?
  • Eligibility requirements for a child support departure order
  • The evidentiary burden and the key to good preparation
  • Can a child support departure be the subject of a consent order?
  • Cases and examples

Presented By

Cath Devine
Barrister, Foley's List Melbourne, Vic

Cath Devine has extensive experience in all areas of Family Law, with a particular interest and expertise in Child Support advice and advocacy. Cath has appeared as junior counsel and on appeal on numerous occasions. Cath has a reputation as a fearless and forceful advocate for her clients, and also on behalf of children when she appears as Counsel for the Independent Children's Lawyer.

Cath is a qualified mediator and arbitrator.

Cath is also currently an Adjunct Lecturer in the Masters of Laws program at the College of Law.

Who Should Attend?

This webinar is suitable for lawyers practising in family law – Australia wide. This webinar is for practitioners with some knowledge in this area and looking to improve their knowledge.

CPD Certificate

Registered live webinar delegates will receive a CPD certificate for attendance at this webinar. Lawyers can claim up to 1 CPD unit/point – substantive law. This webinar has been designed to run for 1 hour, however, webinar lengths can vary depending on the level of questions and discussion.

While TEN takes all reasonable care to include accurate and up-to-date information regarding CPD category classifications and compliance obligations, information regarding CPD point allocation are provided as a guide only. Allocation of CPD points is subject to the CPD requirements of your jurisdiction, personal circumstances and professional requirements. You are solely responsible for determining whether a particular product is appropriate for your CPD requirements.

Enquiries/Assistance

If you need assistance or have an enquiry, please do not hesitate to contact our Webinar Coordinator, Lisa Tran on (03) 8601 7709 or email: [email protected]

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