Unit of competency Outline
Date retreived
22/07/2026 5:52 AM AWST
22/07/2026 5:52 AM AWST
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Apply legal principles in family law matters
Apply legal principles in family law matters
Unit of competency
National Code
BSBLEG510
BSBLEG510
State Code
AUL77
AUL77
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
15/09/2015
Field of Education
090907 - Family Law
Original Release Date
15/09/2015
Nominal Hours
60
Description
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to apply legal principles within the family law framework.It applies to individuals who use well-developed skills and a broad knowledge base to provide support in a range of legal service settings. They apply solutions to a range of unpredictable problems, and analyse and evaluate information from a variety of sources.Its application in the workplace is determined by the job role of the individual and the legislation, rules, regulations and codes of practice relevant to different jurisdictions.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Identify laws related to family law
- 1.1 Source legislation, regulations and policies relevant to family law
- 1.2 Interpret key legal principles as they apply to family law matters
2. Apply principles of family law in relation to marriage dissolution, property settlement and dealing with minors
- 2.1 Identify and apply steps involved in marriage dissolution
- 2.2 Establish facts about proposed dissolution and client interests
- 2.3 Determine if agreement has been reached before filing on all issues regarding property, support and parenting
3. Identify and prepare appropriate costing documentation
- 3.1 Identify legislative and regulatory requirements for costing legal services
- 3.2 Determine types of costs that apply
- 3.3 Prepare relevant costing documentation according to organisation's policies and procedures
4. Prepare and despatch documentation
- 4.1 Organise self and others to file documentation and administration in accordance with organisation's policies and procedures
- 4.2 Obtain and forward relevant background documentation to designated person for review
- 4.3 Prepare and present relevant documents to designated individual for review and sign-off
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WB907 | BSBLEG510A | Apply legal principles in family law matters | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCF79 | BSBLEG527 | Apply legal principles in family law matters | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVS5 | BSB52215 | Diploma of Legal Services | Qualification |