• Speech for the Launch of the Lighthouse Expansion

    Speech given by The Hon Chief Justice William Alstergren AO at the launch of the Lighthouse Expansion on 5 December 2022 in Sydney.

  • Family Reports FAQs

    This fact sheet provides information for parties who have had a Family Report ordered by the Court.

  • Separate smarter: We have agreed

    This page will help you understand options for avoiding court and formalising your own agreement about parenting or financial arrangements after separation or divorce.

  • Transfer of proceedings

    All family law matters must be commenced in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2). More complex matters that are filed in Division 2 can be transferred to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 1) or in some cases the Federal Court of Australia (whichever has jurisdiction). Similarly, there are provisions to transfer less complex matters from other courts to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 2).

  • Why have I received a statement of fees and how do I pay?

    Frequently asked question response

  • Chapter 12 Costs Notice

    Use this brochure for information about legal costs to which Chapter 12 of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Family Law) Rules 2021 (Family Law Rules 2021) applies.

  • Family violence: Frequently asked questions

    This page answers some of the most frequently asked questions about family violence and the Court.

  • Migration: Interpreter services

    This page provides information about interpreters and translation services and where to find assistance in languages other than English.
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