Is our family law system corrupt?

This 4-minute explanation of the origins of our legal system and the change to its antithesis, legal positivism, is essential to note…
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Can a McKenzie Friend give evidence?

The short answer is… Yes and No. Witnesses are not allowed to hear the testimony of earlier witnesses. If you…
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An astounding plea for sanity from the family court bench

I was looking for some case decisions on custody, when I came across this: The father tried being reasonable, offered…
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Golden Rules when representing yourself. Part 7

Part 7 on… THE GOLDEN RULES OF LITIGATION Remember, success in litigation depends on three things: the facts, the law…
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Direct Examination. Asking the right questions.

Asking your witnesses the right questions, the right way can win your case. Must see. This is so cool I…
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Cross Examination

The advice in the following article relates primarily to the Evidence Act (Commonwealth) and is a general explanation of the…