There are nine Lists within the Common Law Division, each with its own Judge in charge.
The General List hears proceedings related to compensation, the most common being applications for compensation following a workplace or car accident, and claims for compensation arising from a personal injury caused by negligence.
The Adoptions, Surrogacy and Name Changes List hears proceedings relating to child and adult adoptions, surrogacy and relevant change of name applications.
The Applications List hears applications for brief proceedings such as changes of names or requests to extend the time allowed for a claim.
The Confiscation List hears proceedings related to the seizure of property, money and other assets linked to crime.
The Defamation List hears and determines defamation proceedings.
The Family Property List hears proceedings related to deceased estates and testator's family maintenance applications, and domestic partnership property disputes.
The Medical List hears proceedings related to compensation for death or bodily injury as a result of negligent medical treatment or advice.
The Serious Injury List hears proceedings related to compensation for injuries sustained in a workplace or car accident.
The WorkCover List hears proceedings related to claims for compensation for injured workers.