Child Protection and the law

Gain a better understanding of child protection processes your client may be going through and learn strategies to support clients involved with child protection. An experienced child protection lawyer will show you how to provide accurate and timely legal advice on child protection matters to your client, including your client’s rights and responsibilities.

You will learn:

Overview of the Children Youth and Families Act, including:
- Legislative basis for removal of children
- Best interests of the children
- Different types of Orders
- Time limits that may affect your client
The process of a child protection matter through the Children’s Court
How family violence, family law and child protection orders interact
How to discuss child protection issues appropriately, particularly when clients may have additional barriers to justice
Practical tips to represent and work with adult clients who are involved with child protection

Who is this for?

Community legal centre lawyers who wish to gain a better understanding of child protection matters

Details

In person training, held in Melbourne CBD.
This training runs across 1 full day 9:30-4:30.

Cost

$50+GST

“I now feel confident to advise clients more thoroughly regarding child protection.”

‘’Excellent practical knowledge and the experience of the facilitators made the day very engaging’’

Child Protection and the law