Evelyn is an Accredited Family Law Specialist. She has 12 years’ experience exclusively in the complex arena of Family Law, and is well versed in all aspects of family law including property disputes, children’s matters, de facto matters, financial agreements, spousal maintenance, surrogacy and child support. As a trained Collaborative Lawyer, delivering the best possible outcomes to clients in a practical and cost effective manner is Evelyn’s overriding objective.
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Recorded Webinar: In the Beginning … Drafting Letters of Advice in Family Law
The letter of advice that follows an appointment with a new client (as well as subsequent meetings) is an essential and important element in the family law process. Not only is it the primary document for advising the client, but it also provides protection to a lawyer when a cli
PRESENTED BY
Evelyn Young
Partner and Accredited Family Law Specialist -
Mitchell Family Law
, Melbourne
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About the Webinar
The letter of advice that follows an appointment with a new client (as well as subsequent meetings) is an essential and important element in the family law process. Not only is it the primary document for advising the client, but it also provides protection to a lawyer when a client takes the view they have not been adequately advised. This session will look at how to draft a compliant and comprehensive letter of advice, including:
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Obligations of legal practitioners under the Family Law Act 1975 to their clients
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Structure of the letter and plain English drafting: creating a template
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Separating facts and assumptions – being succinct and relevant in recording background facts
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The jurisdiction and the law: what the client needs to know
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Drafting tips when advising the client on:
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Separation
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Parenting
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Child support
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Financial and property claims
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Making proper disclosures and affidavits
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Family violence protection options
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Injunctions and other interim arrangements
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Fee advice – legal fees, filing fees and fee reduction
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Attachments to the letter of advice
Presented By
Evelyn Young
Partner and Accredited Family Law Specialist, Mitchell Family Law Melbourne, VicWho 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.
Enquiries/Assistance
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