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Stepping out of the shadow
After 11 years in Opposition, new Victorian Attorney-General Robert Clark is on a mission to reform the justice system, repair relationships and dismantle "time bombs" left by his predecessor.
By Jason Gregory
Feature Articles
The Civil Procedure Act gives judges substantial case management powers.
By Judge Graham Anderson
Lawyers have always been expected to adhere to high standards as an aspect of their professional status and privileges. The new overarching obligations offer a level playing field by setting best practice as the standard for all practice.
By Supreme Court of Victoria Chief Justice The Hon Marilyn Warren AC
Governments in Australia are obliged to act as model litigants. Some have also created their own model litigant rules, which incorporate the use of ADR where appropriate.
By Lynn Buchanan and Dr John Lynch
Legislation to reform, modernise and unify civil procedure in Victoria commenced on 1 January this year.
Lawyers and parties are strongly encouraged to make use of the wider options for appropriate dispute resolution introduced by the Civil Procedure Act 2010 in an effort to avoid the expense, delay and complexity of litigation.
By Mary-Anne MacCallum and Richard Vinciullo