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A Closed Door: Legal Aid NSW's Family Law Cuts and the Budget That Made Them Inevitable
From 1 July 2026, Legal Aid NSW will restrict family law representation to domestic violence victims and Aboriginal people. The 2026–27 federal budget, handed down on 12 May, provided no relief. For practitioners working in family law, the implications are immediate and practical.
The Costs of the Costs Rules
The indemnity principle, party-party cost orders, and the operation of cost sanctions in Australian civil litigation are frequently discussed as access to justice tools. They are not working as intended — and the reform conversation needs to be more honest about why.
Rebalancing the Ledger: A New Framework for Section 79 and the 75(2) Intersection
As the Family Law Act continues its slow evolution, the tension between past contributions and future requirements remains a point of friction for practitioners. A clearer distinction between Section 79 and Section 75(2) is not just a technicality, but a necessity for equitable outcomes in the modern era.
Shadows and Substance: The AML/CTF Tranche 2 Expansion and the Legal Gatekeeper
For years, the Australian legal profession has occupied a unique position regarding anti-money laundering regulations. The arrival of "Tranche 2" will fundamentally change the business of law.
The Specialist Path: Navigating the VLA Independent Children’s Lawyer Panel
Becoming an Independent Children’s Lawyer is more than a career move; it is a commitment to a specific, highly regulated form of advocacy. The Profession breaks down the current landscape for Victorian practitioners seeking to join the specialist list.