Course Details
Trauma Informed Law
Course Code LAWG706
EFTS 0.1250
Points 15.00
Level 7
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Prescriptor
Provides an introduction to the concept of trauma and its relevance in the legal system. Students will gain an understanding of the ways in which trauma and mental distress can affect lawyer-client relationships. The focus of the course will be on trauma-informed lawyering practices and how to apply a trauma-informed approach to minimise the risk of re-traumatising clients, establishing boundaries, and building healthy working relationships. The course will also cover the role of trauma within the legal system and examine how various movements have responded to injustices within the justice system. Finally, students will learn how to create an effective plan to reduce burnout and secondary traumatic stress.
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Qualifications
The course is available as part of the following qualifications.
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  AK2601   Certificate in Legal Studies   (CertLegalSt)
60.00
  AK1008   Bachelor of Laws   (LLB)
480.00
  AK1009   Bachelor of Laws (Honours)   (LLB(Hons))
540.00
Timetable
2026, Nov Summer School Standard
Class Stream Starting Ending Day Time Room
LAWG706/WS90  A  30-Nov-2026  30-Nov-2026  MON  9:30 AM - 3:30 PM  WF611 
    01-Dec-2026  01-Dec-2026  TUE  9:30 AM - 3:30 PM  WF611 
    02-Dec-2026  02-Dec-2026  WED  9:30 AM - 3:30 PM  WF611 
    03-Dec-2026  03-Dec-2026  THU  9:30 AM - 3:30 PM  WF610 
    04-Dec-2026  04-Dec-2026  FRI  9:30 AM - 1:00 PM  WF611 
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