Law Council of Australia

Federal Dispute Resolution Section

Our Committees

The Federal Dispute Resolution Section (FDRS) provides leadership on critical Federal law and policy issues for the Australian legal profession by:

The various committees that constitute the FDRS serve as forums that allow lawyers, judges, and academics to discuss and address specific legal issues with the goal of contributing to the process of law reform in Australia, while also enhancing their professional skills. The FDRS has 13 committees, each specialising in different aspects of federal litigation and dispute resolution. To learn more about the work of each committee please click on the links below.

Joining a Committee

If you would be interested in joining one or more of our specialist committees, please submit your nomination along with a copy of your CV to FDRS Executive Officer, Chelsea De Silva at chelsea.desilva@lawcouncil.au to be put forward to the relevant committee Chair.

Please note is it a requirement that all committee members be members of the Federal Dispute Resolution Section. To learn more about Section membership or how to join a member of the FDRS, click here.

Last Updated on 12/02/2025

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