VIC Referencing in affidavit/court. Dad seeking access

Anon_ymous · 21 February 2019

Two part question;

I'm well informed in child development however am seeking advice around referencing experts on the long term effects of separation/ absence of a parent and other such material along the lines of benefits of meaningful relationships with both parents.
Anything in specific to boys and fathers would be beneficial.

Do we reference such in an affidavit with an application for interim and final orders?
Is there anyone in particular that is commonly viewed as credible that I should read up on?
Are there any particular cases that could be referenced?

I'm not sure if I have the right idea here.

Tim W · 21 February 2019

What you're trying to do is adduce expert evidence
without having to pay for the experts themselves
to prepare case specific reports and provide case specific opinions.

Migz · 21 February 2019

Look up Richard Warshak....

Rob Legat - SBPL · 21 February 2019

Generally, you don't reference research material in an affidavit. Affidavits are a form of direct evidence and you talk about what you saw/heard/did.

Referring to published works of experts are for inclusion in submissions - which are you arguments to the court for why you should obtain the orders you're seeking.

The referencing also does not go in your application. Applications are for setting out what you want, a brief outline of relevant facts and any particulars needed for proper interpretation of those facts. They are not the place for arguments.

Anon_ymous · 21 February 2019

I see. Thank you

Not sure where I read about referencing but I obviously got the wrong idea there.

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VIC Referencing in affidavit/court. Dad seeking access

Anon_ymous

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