Procedure in the Environment, Resources and Development Court in SA

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This factsheet provides a brief outline of the workings of the Environment, Resources and Development Court to help people understand how cases they are involved with will be dealt with. This factsheet will be useful for people who have lawyers assisting them, as well as those people who are representing themselves.

Key takeaways

Outlines the purpose, structure and jurisdiction of the Environment, Resources and Development (ERD) Court

Describes the process for commencing proceedings in the ERD Court

Explains the procedure for conciliation conferences and court hearings

Key actions

Seek independent legal advice before commencing legal action

Visit: The Courts Administration Authority of South Australia page on Environment, Resources and Development (ERD) 

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