Course overview

Advance your expertise in resolving complex family property and financial disputes

This one-day intensive workshop empowers experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) to confidently facilitate negotiations around property and financial matters within the family law system. Built on over 30 years of practical experience and 20 years of training excellence by Relationships Australia Victoria, this course offers evidence-based strategies and hands-on practice designed to enhance your skills in this specialised and increasingly complex field.

Property and financial disputes continue to grow in complexity and frequency in family law settings. This workshop is tailored for seasoned FDR practitioners who already manage parenting disputes and possess foundational knowledge of property-related matters. Through expert demonstrations, guided discussions, and role-play exercises with personalised coaching, you will refine the specialised techniques necessary for facilitating property dispute resolution. The course deepens your understanding of best-practice procedures and builds your confidence to navigate and address challenging dynamics with professionalism and empathy.

Who should attend

This workshop is ideal for accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) with experience in managing parenting dispute cases and a working knowledge of property and financial issues in the family law context. Please note, participants should have familiarity with key legal principles and the standard four-step FDR process. The course is not suitable for practitioners without prior experience in property dispute resolution.

Course structure

• Master facilitation of property and financial dispute resolution within family law
• Apply advanced strategies and techniques tailored to complex family property matters
• Enhance your confidence in managing sensitive financial discussions and multi-layered disputes
• Engage in experiential learning through demonstrations, role-plays, and supervised skill development

About the presenters

The workshop is facilitated by highly experienced practitioners who bring both clinical and legal expertise in family dispute resolution. Participants will benefit from their specialist knowledge, practical case insights, and supportive coaching during skill‑based activities.

Enrolment and course access

When you register, you will be directed to a secure payment gateway to complete your enrolment. A new account will be automatically created for you in our Learning Management System (Moodle), providing access to course details, materials, and links to attend the live online training.

Please note:

• Registrations close 48 hours before the event
• Workshops must be paid for at least 2 business days before the training date to secure your place
• If paying by invoice, proof of payment is required at least 24 hours before the training

Technical requirements

To participate in the online workshop, you’ll need access to:

• A desktop or laptop computer
• Reliable internet connection
• Headphones (recommended)
• Microphone and speakers
• A built-in or external webcam

Contact us

For further details or questions, please contact our Centre for Learning and Innovation:

• Phone: (03) 8573 2222
• Email: [email protected]