Level:Basic   CLE Units: 0

Authors:
The Hon Greg James QC, President, Mental Health Review Tribunal

Topic: Theoretical and practical component - NSW Mental Health Legal System - Mr James gives an insightful and comprehensive overview of the NSW Mental Health legal system, including the workings of the Mental Health Review Tribunal and Mental Health inquiries.

David Norman, Solicitor - Mental Health Advocacy Service

Topic: Practical component - Learn how to represent clients before the Mental Health Review Tribunal and Guardianship Tribunal. Mr Norman covers all key areas required for you to be a confident representative for your clients, the common pitfalls, and will provide practical tips for a successful outcome. A must for practitioners who assist forensic clients in any way.

Ben Fogarty , Acting Director of Pro-Bono, Gilbert + Tobin Lawyers

Topic: Practical component - A "how to" on getting the best outcome with s32 and 33s of the Mental Health (Forensic Provisions) Act 1990 (formerly the 'Mental Health (Criminal Procedure) Act 1990'). Learn about the Act, its development, how your clients can benefit from a s32 or 33 application when charged with a criminal offence, and how the judiciary is utilising and interpreting the Act in this critical area in criminal law.

Learn about the framework of Mental Health Law in NSW, the different tribunals and how to represent your clients with success. Gain practical tips on how to successfully undertake s32 and 33 applications in criminal matters, and have a friendly debate with some of our most knowledgeable legal minds in this area.

Chair:
Carolina Sota, Solicitor, Legal Aid NSW and member of the NSW Young Lawyers Human Rights Committee

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