Advocacy in the IR Tribunals

 Advocacy in the IR Tribunals - full Intermediate course

This long-established course is suitable to aspiring industrial advocates from employer and union backgrounds. It runs over 12 weeks, one evening per week.

Traditionally, advocates have appeared in federal and state industrial relations commissions, magistrates' courts and anti-discrimination tribunals. The advent of the Fair Work Act 2009 and Fair Work Australia, has brought some changes, however the need to plan successful appearances and to develop quality advocacy skills remains constant. This course is not for people wanting just to sit and listen, as you will be expected to prepare and appear before simulated moots. Some prior industrial practice is an essential prerequisite, while some experience as an advocate or preparing cases is advised. To ensure a balanced mix of participants no more than two should register from any single organisation.

No prior relevant experience? Read about our introductory level Advocacy Skills course here.