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Guardianship Toolkit training module

This module aims to provide you with a basic starting point if you are appointed as a separate representative in a guardianship matter.

Disclaimer

The Lawyer Education Series has been developed for lawyers, not self-represented parties. The training modules assume a high level of foundational legal knowledge because they are made for lawyers. The modules are not a complete guide to the law and should not be relied upon for the preparation of your case.

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Overview

The links and resources below expand on the information provided in the video. The paper by Linda Rogers, A Practitioner’s Guide to the Guardianship Division of NCAT, should be read in conjunction with the video presentation.

Learning outcomes

By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

  1. appear with confidence as a separate representative in guardianship hearings
  2. find information on the law and procedure relating to guardianship law and practice, and
  3. speak more effectively with the parties involved in guardianship proceedings.

Video

Required reading

Webinars

Guardianship: Busting the Myths webinar (1h 6m 31s)

Presented by Jessica Butz and Andrew Marriott.

Useful resources

Download course outline