Family Law
Most family law matters, like divorces, are heard by the Federal Circuit and Family Law Court of Australia.
For more information about family law courts, visit the Federal Circuit and Family Law Court of Australia web site or telephone: 1300 352 000. The Family Court can provide information on court procedures and forms, and about support services. They cannot provide legal advice.
Family law matters heard in the Magistrates Court
The Magistrates Court of Tasmania can hear limited types of family law matters such as:
- property settlements, or
- parenting orders.
A parenting order made by the Federal Circuit and Family Law Court of Australia will usually override a family violence order (FVO). A magistrate making a family violence order may decide to change, suspend or revive a parenting order to make sure that the FVO and the parenting order are consistent with each other.
Where to get help
Family law parenting and property matters can be complex. Tasmania Legal Aid may be able to assist with your family law matter or FVO through their Family Advocacy and Support Services (FASS), which includes a duty lawyer service and a social support service. You can contact Family Advocacy and Support Services (FASS) on telephone: 1800 431 157 or visit the Tasmania Legal Aid website for more information.
The Women’s Legal Service may also be able to assist. Telephone 1800 682 468 or visit the Women’s Legal Service website for more information.
For information on forms and fees for family law matters that may be heard in the Magistrates Court contact your closest Registry.