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Part 2: Overview of the Court
About the Court The Federal Circuit Court of Australia (Federal Circuit Court) was established by the Federal Circuit Court of Australia Act 1999 (Cth) as an independent federal court under Chapter III of the Constitution. The Court is a federal court of record and a court of law and equity. The jurisdiction of the Federal Circuit Court is best described in terms of three main areas:
Court-based dispute resolution in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
The Court’s new case management pathway, and particularly the events which are conducted by judicial registrars in court lists and in dispute resolution, is designed to focus parties on potential areas of agreement, and move towards a final resolution of all issues as safely as possible, and without the impact, stress and expense of protracted family law litigation.
Notice of payment into Court
This form is used by a party when they are required to make a payment into Court
Compulsory pre-filing Family Dispute Resolution – court procedures and requirements
This fact sheet is for people who need information on the procedures and requirements for compulsory Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) prior to the commencement of family law proceedings.
Daily court lists
Links to the daily court lists
Do you have fears for your safety when attending court?
The Federal Circuit and Family Court places a priority on safety and can assist with the safety of you and your family when attending court. If you have any concerns for your safety, it is important you let the Court know at least five days before your court event.
How do I register for the Commonwealth Courts Portal?
To electronically file or access court files on the Commonwealth Courts Portal a user must first register. Go to www.comcourts.gov.au to create your individual username and password:
Part 3: Report on Court performance
Impact of COVID-19 pandemic
Court-based Family Dispute Resolution
This fact sheet is for people who have been ordered to attend a Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) conference in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia.
Children: My case is in court
This page provides information about preparing for a court hearing or event.

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