The jurisdiction of the Federal Circuit and Family Court includes family law and child support, administrative law, admiralty, bankruptcy, consumer protection, human rights, industrial law, intellectual property, privacy law and migration matters. The service shares jurisdiction with the Federal Court of Australia.

The Court deals with cases under the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), see Family relationships. There is a right of appeal to Division 1 (three judges) and in some circumstances from there to the High Court.

All matters are heard in either Division 2 or Division 1 (for complex family law matters, and appeals).

First instance family law matters and child support are filed in Division 2.

Contacts

Federal Circuit and Family Court ('FCFCOA')

3 Angas Street ADELAIDE SA 5000

Telephone: 1300 350 000

http://www.fcfcoa.gov.au