HopgoodGanim Lawyers proudly announces its sponsorship of the International Academy of Family Lawyers (IAFL) Symposium: Introduction to International Family Law. The event will take place in Brisbane on Tuesday, 20 February 2024 and will feature presentations and discussions led by international family law practitioners, including representatives from India, the United States, Hong Kong, China, Japan, and Scotland.
The symposium, chaired by esteemed legal professionals including HopgoodGanim’s Family and Relationship Law Partner and IAFL Asia-Pacific Chapter President, Geoff Wilson, alongside Jacky Campbell from Australia and Kai Yun Wong from Singapore, will address topics on international family law such as marriage and divorce, parenting matters, property and financial disputes, as well as emerging issues surrounding recognition of cohabitation unions, same-sex marriages, shared parenting, Hague Convention cases and property division.
"We believe in the power of knowledge-sharing and collaboration to drive positive change in family law practice globally," said Geoff. "This symposium provides an invaluable platform for legal professionals to exchange insights, address emerging challenges, and foster a deeper understanding of international family law issues."
Demonstrating its commitment to the legal professional and supporting the development of family law practices in Australia, HopgoodGanim’s presence at the IAFL symposium will include a strong cohort of senior family law practitioners including Fraser Bax, Kathleen Coggins, Katharine Atkins, Isabella Windsor, and Hamish Mulcahy.
About the International Academy of Family Lawyers
The IAFL is a globally renowned association of distinguished family law practitioners dedicated to enhancing the practice of law and administration of justice in divorce and family law worldwide. With over 1,010 Fellows from 70 countries, IAFL facilitates unparalleled legal expertise and assistance in navigating complex international family law matters.
"We are honoured to sponsor this prestigious event organised by the International Academy of Family Lawyers," added Geoff. "As a firm deeply committed to providing exceptional advice and support to clients facing the challenges of family law, we recognise the importance of collaborating with esteemed organisations like IAFL to advance legal knowledge and promote excellence in our field."
For more information about the IAFL symposium on 20 February 2024, please visit their website here.
About HopgoodGanim Lawyers’ Family and Relationship Law team
HopgoodGanim Lawyers boasts a large team of leading family and relationship law practitioners underpinned by a reputation for providing dedicated, unparalleled expertise and support to clients navigating sensitive and complex family law matters across the full spectrum of family law issues.
The HopgoodGanim team includes four Queensland Law Society Family Law Accredited Specialists, professionals who are formally trained in the practice of Collaborative Law, a nationally accredited mediator, two registered arbitrators and two Fellows of the International Academy of Family Lawyers.
Find out more about HopgoodGanim’s Family and Relationship Law team.