• How do I request access to a law firm's files?

    The Commonwealth Courts Portal provides users with secure web-based access to information about cases that are before the Court. The Portal is a central system that enables registered litigants and legal practitioners to log on using a single user ID and password and access information from multiple jurisdictions. This page provides information about requesting access to a law firms files in the Commonwealth Courts Portal. Select the relevant topic below for more information:

  • How do I navigate through the Commonwealth Courts Portal?

    The Commonwealth Courts Portal provides users with secure web-based access to information about cases that are before these courts. The Portal is a central system that enables registered litigants and legal practitioners to log on using a single user ID and password and access information from multiple jurisdictions. This page provides information about general features to help you navigate through the Commonwealth Courts Portal. Select the relevant topic below for more information.

  • Support people in Court Children’s Service adult assessments

    Participating in a Court Children’s Service (CCS) assessment, for example for a Child Impact Report or a Family Report, can be stressful. Having support on the day can help.

  • Applying for a decree of nullity

    This fact sheet is for people who need information about applying to the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (the Court) for an order that a marriage is a nullity, described in the Family Law Act 1975 as a ‘decree of nullity’.

  • Lighthouse Project - Update to the Profession October 2021

    This edition of the Lighthouse Project Update focuses on the Lighthouse Project Triage process and includes a Q & A section from Family Counsellors involved with the Project.

  • Family Law: Subpoenas

    The page outlines the process of applying for a subpoena, conduct money and witness fees and the production of documents process.

  • Media release: The Courts hosted screening of a powerful documentary that elevates the voices of young victims of domestic and family violence

    The Chief Justice of the FCFCOA (Division 1 and Division 2) introduced a screening of the powerful documentary created by Safe Steps, Unanswered Calls, which highlights the need for systemic improvement to ensure the voices of children and young people impacted by family violence are heard and help is provided.

  • Part 1: The year in review

    Statistics at a glance Table 1.1: Filings and Finalisations in family law and general federal law FAMILY LAW 2019–20 Filings 2020–21 Filings 2019–20 Finalisations

  • Migration: Costs

    This page explains what legal costs are and when they might apply in a migration review or appeal.
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