Family Law Section
The Family Law Section (FLS) of the Law Council of Australia is the largest professional association for family law practitioners, with a membership of more than 3,000 from all Australian States and Territories and a number of international members.
The Section is constituted, organised, and regulated by by-laws approved by the Directors of the Law Council of Australia. The work of the Section is guided by its strategic plan. Its Chair is Jason Walker.
Our Purpose
The Family Law Section exists to positively influence the development and practice of family law for the benefit of its members and the general community and to promote professional excellence and influence decision making so that the family law system in Australia is fair, respected, functional and responsive to community needs.
Our Values
Commitment – to improving the practice of family law in Australia
Professionalism – so that family law is recognised as a mainstream area of
legal practice,
and respected for its social value
Excellence – in everything we do for and on behalf of members and in
running the Section
Non-partisanship – in representing the interests of our members our views
will be
independent of politics.
Our Objectives
Membership and membership services: To increase membership growth and retention through the
delivery of first-class membership services, events and professional development programs
based on an understanding of members’ needs.
Representation: To effectively represent the interests of members with decision-makers and
influencers and lead the development of family law in Australia.
Organisation and management: To ensure the Section is effectively resourced and managed,
consistent with its aims, values and commitment to members.
Our Team
Liz O'Grady, Executive Officer
Lydia Godding, Events Coordinator
Abeir Soukieh, Communications and Membership Coordinator
Noora Salo, Administration and Projects Coordinator
Further Information
For further information please visit www.familylawsection.org.au.
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