Family Dispute Resolution factsheet

This factsheet explains:

  • What is a Family Dispute Resolution (FDR) conference
  • Why you should attend FDR
  • What is a section 60I certificate
  • What happens if an agreement is reached in FDR
  • What happens if you don’t participate in FDR
  • Safety assistance we can provide
  • Information for the day of an FDR conference at Legal Aid ACT

This factsheet gives general legal information. It is not legal advice. Last reviewed on 5 March 2026.

Keywords: mediation, family law, parenting, property settlement, conferencing, s60I, mediator, convenor