LAW4177

Introduction to family law 406 (6 points)

(LAW)

Leader: Ms Adiva Sifris

Offered:
Clayton Summer 2004 (Day)

Synopsis:

Objectives: On completion of the subject students will have: (a)acquired an understanding of the fundamental concepts of family law; (b)a general grasp of the historical evolution of family law and of what is meant by the family; (c)some familiarity with the challanges facing the family lawyer in practice; (d)the ability to analyse a basic property dispute between parties to a marriage or parties in a domestic relationship including issues of maintenance and support; (e)developed an understanding of the statutory principles arising in the context of children and the way in which these laws operate in practice; (f)further developed skills in case law analysis, research and statutory interpretation.

Assessment: End of semster examination of 2 hours (plus reading time): 100% OR End of semester examination of 1.5 hours (including reading time): 60% + participation in a placement program with a written research report (1500 words): 40% OR End of semster examination of 1.5 hours (including reading time): 60% + an optional reasearch assignment of 3000 words: 40%

Contact Hours: summer intensive

Prerequisites: LAW 1100 Legal Process, LAW3300 Criminal Law and Procedure