In the Shadow of the Law : The Legal Context of Social Work Practice

Collection of articles by 20 experienced social workers from around Australia, describing their experience of social work practice in a range of legal settings. Presents case studies illustrating the practical and ethical dilemmas encountered in social work, and examines practice concepts such as confidentiality, and report writing. Includes references and an index. The editor teaches in the school of social work at the University of Melbourne.Swain, Phillip A. is the author of 'In the Shadow of the Law : The Legal Context of Social Work Practice', published 1995 under ISBN 9781862871571 and ISBN 1862871574.