Following a series of reviews of the family law system, on 22 August 2024 the Australian Government introduced the Family Law Amendment Bill 2024 into the Commonwealth Parliament. The Bill sets out very significant amendments, including those relating to property settlements, pet custody and children’s arrangements, which aim to modernise and improve the family law system in Australia.

Considering a career in dispute resolution? You’re onto something. Helping people find resolutions to their problems – strategically and cost-effectively – is stimulating and rewarding work. But how do you get into the field?

There are several different pathways available to you, each requiring specific training and experience. Here, we’ll take a closer look at the two different specialisms.

While lawyers possess an impressive arsenal of skills those required in mediation aren’t necessarily what you think. We spoke to Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and Alternative Dispute Resolution Academic of the Year, the College of Law’s Linda Kochanski, on what makes for a great mediator, the skills you need, and personalities that fit - and, at times, don’t naturally fit - mediation. 

Resolution Institute and The College of Law are pleased to announce an exciting new partnership aimed at establishing a symbiotic cooperation which will maximise the resources of both organisations through mutual collaboration and the sharing of expertise and efforts in education and training.

Meet Josephine Byrnes-Luna, a counsellor, mediator, and family dispute resolution practitioner (FDRP), and recently named Best Graduating Student – FDRP.

If you are considering adding mediation to your skillset, you have come to the right place. Our Nationally Accredited Mediator Training Course Guide is the perfect resource, designed to help you find answers to the most important questions about becoming an accredited mediator.

Download our Nationally Accredited Mediator Training handbook, if you are considering adding mediation to your skill set. Inside you'll find everything you need to know about the course.