Here’s Airlaw’s overview of legal services related to Court Representation in Australia:
1. Criminal Law Representation
– Defending clients in criminal matters, including serious offences (e.g., assault, theft, drug offences) and minor offences (e.g., traffic violations).
– Handling bail applications, pleas, and trials in local, county/district, and supreme courts.
2. Civil Litigation
– Representing clients in disputes over contracts, property, or other civil matters.
– Providing representation in mediation or arbitration, as well as court trials if settlement isn’t possible.
3. Family Law Cases
– Court representation in divorce, child custody, property settlements, and domestic violence cases.
– Assisting with consent orders, binding financial agreements, and disputes over parenting arrangements.
4. Commercial & Business Disputes
– Representing businesses in contract disputes, debt recovery, employment disputes, and intellectual property matters.
– Handling court proceedings or alternative dispute resolution methods.
5. Employment Law Representation
– Representing both employers and employees in matters like unfair dismissal, workplace discrimination, and wage disputes.
– Providing guidance through the Fair Work Commission and courts.
6. Personal Injury Claims
– Representing clients in compensation claims for workplace accidents, public liability, or motor vehicle accidents.
– Assisting in court hearings if settlement negotiations or mediation fail.
7. Property and Tenancy Disputes
– Handling disputes related to real estate, tenancy agreements, or neighbourhood issues, including boundary disputes and tenancy evictions.
8. Administrative Law
– Representing clients in disputes with government agencies over decisions relating to licensing, permits, or social services.
9. Estate and Probate Disputes
– Representation in cases involving contested wills, inheritance disputes, or probate matters.
– Assisting executors or beneficiaries in court if disputes arise during estate distribution.
10. Corporate Law & Insolvency Representation
– Representing corporations in insolvency proceedings, liquidations, and corporate governance disputes.
– Assisting in defending directors or shareholders in court.
11. Class Action Lawsuits
– Representing groups of individuals in class actions against corporations or government bodies for issues like product liability or environmental damage.
12. Human Rights and Discrimination Cases
– Representing clients in courts or tribunals for cases involving discrimination, harassment, or violation of human rights.
13. Immigration Law Cases
– Providing court representation for visa refusals, deportation orders, or other immigration matters that require appeals or judicial review.
14. Debt Recovery and Bankruptcy
– Representing individuals or businesses in debt recovery matters or bankruptcy proceedings, including applications for bankruptcy and creditor disputes.
These services ensure clients are professionally represented in court, safeguarding their legal rights and providing advocacy throughout the judicial process.