How do I find a court case in Australia?
Use the following resources to help find your case:
- Law reports at the State Library. The Library holds a selection of law reports. If your case has been published in a law report you may find it in the Library.
- Cases on AustLII. Find cases from all Australian jurisdictions.
What does the Federal Circuit Court of Australia do?
The jurisdiction of the Federal Circuit Court includes family law, migration law, and the following areas of general federal law: administrative law, admiralty law, bankruptcy, consumer law (formerly trade practices), human rights, industrial, intellectual property and privacy.
What cases does the federal circuit court hear?
The Court is able to hear cases in relation to human rights, bankruptcy, native title, workplace relations, trade practices, intellectual property and consumer protection.
How do I find a legal case report?
Law students should be aware that there are three legal databases which contain law reports:
- JustisOne.
- LexisLibrary.
- Westlaw.
What is the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia?
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of country throughout Australia and acknowledges their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the elders, past, present and emerging. Footer main Careers Feedback & complaints
What are the different types of courts in NSW?
Local Court. NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) Land and Environment Court. Industrial Relations Commission. Coroner’s Court. Dust Diseases Tribunal.
What kind of cases does the Family Court of Australia review?
Family lawDivorce, separation, children, finances and property and other family law matters Migration lawThe Court can review some decisions made under the Migration Act 1958 General federal lawFair work, bankruptcy, admiralty, consumer law, administrative law, human rights, intellectual property, and other matters
Where can I find the list of searchable courts?
For the Supreme, District, Local and Coroner’s Courts, you can first try the searchable court list at the Online Registry.
https://www.youtube.com/user/federalcircuitcourt