Alternative Dispute Resolution - The Court Process at a Glance

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Evaluation: Delays and Costs Although it is the lowest court in the hierarchy, the Magistrate Court provides an important function in the adjudication process. By focusing on dealing with matters effectively and expediently, it encourages a system of justice that is '...responsive and accessible to all.' Therefore, in order for the Magistrates Court to operate at its fullest capacity, it is necessary that delays are kept to a minimum. Taking a case to …

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…Fundamental Absence of Data" Impeding Inquiry: Law Council Tables Wide-Ranging Submission with Australian Law Reform Commission (1997), Canberra < http://www.lawcouncil.asn.au/read/1997/1957000633.html> at 9th April 2006. Magistrates Court of Victoria Annual Report 2003-04, Justice for the Community (2004), Council of Magistrates, Canberra http://www.magistratescourt.vic.gov.au/CA256902000FE154/Lookup/Annual_Report/$file/Annual_Report_2003-04.pdf> at 12th April 2006. Sourdin, T, Alternative Dispute Resolution (Lawbook Co., Sydney, 2002).