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In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult, Amy Yu, and Partner Tim Gough from Kennedy Partners explore the growing reliance on the “Bank of Mum and Dad” in today’s property market. They cover resulting trusts, loan agreements, and the presumption of advancement, highlighting what practitioners need to know when advising clients.

In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult, Eliza Tiernan, and Alex Metherell tackle the complexities of add-backs in family law matters, examining their impact on practitioners and the property pool. They also provide essential guidance on the rules of appeal and court etiquette to help legal professionals navigate the judicial system.

Reflections and commentary on the Dynamic Therapeutic Inclusive Intervention Conference program: A must-know about modern option for every family lawyer guiding clients through the maze of assessment and intervention options.  In this episode, Foley's List Barrister Laura Colla, speaks with Child Expert Lisa Bottomley, Clinical Psychologist Vincent Papaleo, and Psychiatrist Dr. Timothy Entwisle.  They delve into the Therapeutic Inclusive Intervention Conference program (TIIC), a multidisciplinary initiative co-developed by Bottomley and Papaleo. This program is designed to assist families caught in high-conflict parenting disputes within the Australian family law system, and they discuss its structure, objectives, features, and accessibility. 

In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult and Robyn Wheeler offer perceptive commentary from the Bar.  They explore recent cases and legislative developments, sharing practical strategies and candid insights into the challenges of effective advocacy for clients in complex legal matters.

ln this episode, Foley’s List Barristers Emma Peppler and Eliza Bergin provide a crucial update on the implementation of Victoria's Environment Protection Act 2017. They discuss recent developments in Supreme Court judgments and Tribunal decisions, as well as key features of EP Act proceedings within the Tribunal. Access the previous episode here: A New Phase of Environmental Protection in Victoria: Environment Protection Act 2017

In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List Barristers Rohan Hoult and Kim Southey provide a comprehensive overview of the significant amendments to Australian family law that took effect in June 2025. They unpack the key changes in domestic violence protections, property settlements, and the new legal considerations for companion animals, offering valuable insights for families and legal practitioners alike.

In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult, Andrea Skinner and Principal Will Stidston from Barry Nilsson explore the evolving role and drawbacks of artificial intelligence, particularly its impact on generating and evaluating documents. They also discuss expert evidence and the practical challenges of engaging a shadow expert in complex litigation.

In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult, Bronia Tulloch and Chief Clerk Andrew Turner sharing about their journey and the progress in Foley’s List, and dive into a conversation with Bronia about the appeal process in court.

ln this episode, List member Aaron Lane and Steven Pettigrove from Piper Alderman break down 2024 Federal Court cases of Blockchain and Digital Assets. They also discuss global trends, industry regulations predictions for 2025, and what evolving policies mean for investors, businesses, and innovators.

In this Daze in Court episode, Foley's List barristers Rohan Hoult and Simon Fuller sit down alongside solicitor Raffaella Oliva from Hope Earle Lawyers to share and discuss some papers they have written. Raffaella explores adult children seeking access to their parent’s file, drawing from her article Through the Looking Glass. Simon delves into the strategic use of third parties in property proceedings.