• Request for refund of court fees

    This form is used if you are requesting a refund of court fees.

  • Financial or property: My case is in court

    This page provides information about preparing for a court hearing or event.

  • How can I inspect a court file?

    Frequently asked question response for general federal law matters

  • Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families and the Court

    This brochure provides information for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families about the Court and family law.

  • How the Court considers safety and risk

    This page outlines how to notify the Court about family violence and provides information about how allegations of family violence and risk are considered at different stages of the Court process.

  • Court recording and transcription services

    The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia’s recording and transcription contract is with VIQ Solutions. All matters listed before a judge of the Court are recorded. From 3 October 2022, all Senior Judicial Registrar and Judicial Registrar family law court events are also recorded. Prior to this date, family law Registrar events were not recorded unless expressly requested by the Court.

  • Human rights: Avoiding court

    This page provides information about how you might be able to resolve your dispute without the need for a court hearing.

  • Intellectual property: Avoiding court

    Mediation Mediation is encouraged and will often be ordered as part of the management of your case. You must attend any court-ordered mediation.

  • National Court Dog Program: Supporting Court Users with Trained Facility Dogs

    The Court Dog Program is a trauma-informed initiative designed to support vulnerable litigants and children participating in court proceedings. Professionally trained facility dogs, also known as Court Dogs, work alongside their handlers to provide emotional support and comfort in courtrooms, mediations, waiting areas, and Court Children’s Service (CCS) interviews.
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