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Pathways Through the System

by New Way Lawyers

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

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Episodes

  1. 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…

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  2. 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...

  3. 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...

  4. 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…

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  5. 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...

  6. 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...

  7. 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...

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    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...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

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

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Produced by Joanne Auyeung

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How many episodes does Pathways Through the System have?

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What is Pathways Through the System about?

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...

How often does Pathways Through the System release new episodes?

Pathways Through the System has 8 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Pathways Through the System is created and hosted by New Way Lawyers.
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