The need for guidelines such as these was brought home to me when talking with barristers, particularly in the family law jurisdiction, who noted how stressful it was to deal with litigants in person…

These guidelines are designed to assist practitioners deal not only with matters involving litigation but also with matters involving other than court or tribunal work…

Self-representation has reached a level in many courts where it is common for at least one of the parties to be unrepresented for one half of the time. This means that courts are no longer dealing with a minority aberration but are being obliged to contend with change which may require altering the way in which courts operate…

This booklet is designed to help those people who do not have a lawyer to present their cases in the Family Court of Western Australia on children’s matters. It is not a substitute for competent legal advice, but it is hoped the information provided will make it easier for you to navigate through the court system…

This booklet is designed to help those people who do not have a lawyer to present their cases in the Family Court of Western Australia, particularly on property matters. It is not a substitute for competent legal advice, but it is hoped the information provided will make it easier for you to navigate through the court system…

Use this fact sheet if you had legal aid for your family law case and your lawyer helped you draft your court documents and prepare you for your final court hearing…

Use this fact sheet if you had legal aid for your family law case and your lawyer helped you draft your court documents and prepare you for your final court hearing…