Pathways Through the System

New Way Lawyers•www.newwaylawyers.com.au

If you work with separating families or have an interest in developing a better understanding of how to navigate the family law system, this podcast is for you. In each of our episodes, you will hear a true to life experience, typical of an individual seeking to access guidance and support for their challenging circumstances. Then, a panel of experienced experts will endeavour to provide an integrated response to the case study. A legal system intended to resolve disagreements arising from family breakdown is fraught with problems and challenges and frequently provides unsatisfactory outcomes for participants. However, when professionals work together to provide an integrated response, better solutions are possible.

Hosted by award winning lawyer Carolyn Devries, of New Way Lawyers, and with its unique dramatized case studies and prestigious line up of experts from the family services sector -this podcast will become your go to for education, information and updates. It is also a great way to boost your professional development points.

For more information please visit www.newwaylawyers.com.au/podcast.

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Episodes

Feeling overwhelmed: The challenges of separating later in life and the interplay with Elder Law

Separation is difficult at any life stage, however, it can be particularly difficult when it occurs later in life. In addition to understanding the family law processes, a range of other issues may need to be considered such as long term financial and health plans, elder abuse and estate planning. Graham shares his story about how things have not turned out how as he thought they would for his later years. He is feeling weighed down with his day-to-day responsibilities and situation and like he ...

Aug 30, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Feeling endangered: Coercive control in relationships

Coercive control is one of the most pressing social issues and there needs to be clear and consistent action from government, private organisations and non-profit organisations to end this form of domestic violence. Without further action, victims of coercive control have to navigate state based domestic violence and criminal legal processes as well as the federal family law system. In this episode Abigail shares with us her story of the abuse she has experienced from her partner and the fear sh...

Aug 30, 2023•52 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Feeling uncertain: Understanding entitlements to property settlements and parenting arrangements after separation.

When people don’t know their legal rights and entitlements to property settlements and don’t understand the family law parenting framework, it can lead to disputes and conflict. Early access to accurate information, resources and services is the best way to lay the foundation for an amicable and positive outcome that is family focused. The story for this episode is from Simon who has recently separated but who wants to make sure the relationship with his ex remains amicable for the sake of the c...

Aug 30, 2023•54 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Feeling kinship: Recognising and supporting Aboriginal Families

Cultural background and kinship connections are foundational principles that are recognised and incorporated into Australian family services and systems. These principles are however applied differently in the state based child protection system and the federal family law system. In this episode we hear the story of Aunty Margaret who is feeling worried and concerned about her grandchildren, Shakira and Jai and she wants to know what she can do to protect them. Award winning lawyer, Carolyn Devr...

Aug 30, 2023•47 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Feeling expectant: Services and Support during Surrogacy

For some couples, having a family can be a long and difficult experience and surrogacy in Australia is incredibly complex. With the regulatory framework varying from state to state, it is important that everyone involved is fully informed and understands the process, to minimise the risk of disputes and issues arising. The focus of this episode is the story of Ryan and his partner, who want to have a baby with a surrogate. Ryan has lots of questions and is keen to make sure that everything is do...

Aug 30, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Feeling trapped: Help for victims of domestic violence

Individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds who are experiencing domestic violence can face significant challenges and barriers in accessing services and support. Helping people in these very difficult situations relies on being equipped with practical strategies and an awareness of the specific services that are available to victims. This episode shares the story of Jana who is experiencing Domestic Violence and Abuse and is from a Culturally and Linguistically Div...

Aug 30, 2023•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 2

Feeling unheard: Considering the wishes of children in family separations

After separation, children often want to understand what is happening and want their thoughts to be heard and their feelings acknowledged and considered. There are various ways that this can occur and the challenge for parents, counsellors, mediators, lawyers and the Courts is to find the best approach, depending on the circumstances of the separation and the family situation. In this episode we hear from 14-year-old Grace, who is struggling following her parents’ separation. She is frustrated a...

Aug 30, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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Aug 29, 2023•1 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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