Family Violence and Abuse Independent Children's Lawyers (ICLs), like all family law practitioners, must be well-versed in the following: The Family Law Act 1975 and associated Family Law Rules The Family Violence Best Practice Principles of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and the Family Court of Western Australia Any relevant best practice guidelines and inter-agency protocols with state and territory departments responsible for investigating child abuse Family violence and abuse are critical considerations under section 60CC of...
