Practical Tips for Working with Lawyer for Child (Paper)

Materials comprised of Reference Materials and PowerPoint Handout

Presenters:

David Amodeo, Barrister
Vao Muller, Barrister
Sonya Singh, Barrister
Craig Walker, Service Manager Family Court Coordinators, District Courts, Ministry of Justice
Chair: His Honour Judge Laurenson

These materials will help you:

• Refresh and strengthen your understanding of what the role of Lawyer for Child is (and is not), and what you should expect of someone in the role.
  
• Become better apprised of how the role is fulfilled in the context of Oranga Tamariki, Family Violence and Care of Children Act cases, including the challenges and issues faced.
• Gain insights into the interface between Lawyer for Child, the bench and the ministry.
• Benefit from case studies which reflect real situations and all they entail.

Intended Audience:

Those practising in Family law who are not Lawyer for Child or who are new to the role (or interested in being appointed). Other lawyers who have dealings with Lawyer for Child, as well as social workers and school personnel, might also find them useful.