In this session, Rachel Francois of counsel and Sascha Peldova-McClelland (ACTU) will cover how to use the new costs protection provisions when commencing discrimination claims in the federal jurisdiction. The session will briefly canvass the context for these game-changing reforms, and explore how unions can use them to get the best outcomes for members. Attendees will gain valuable insights and practical guidance on how the new costs protections might influence their litigation strategy, including in commencing proceedings, conciliation and preparing for hearing. This session will help you take full advantage of these reforms and the federal anti-discrimination jurisdiction.

Featuring:

• Rachel Francois, 11 St James Hall

• Sascha Peldova-McClelland, ACTU