Family
Family law is a broad area of practice that focuses on issues involving family relationships. We advise on the child aspect to these cases including
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Family law is a broad area of practice that focuses on issues involving family relationships. We advise on the child aspect to these cases including
Judge A judge is the person who presides over (deals with) the proceedings. In the Family Court there are three levels of judges who are
The preparation will often be dependent on the type of hearing and the specific circumstances of the case in question. However, there are some general
This page explains the process of family mediation, when mediation is necessary and the expected standards of a family mediator.
This page provides information on getting help to pay for legal costs for family matters. It explains what legal aid is, when it is available and the type of help it covers. It also provides information on the evidence needed for legal aid in private disputes about arrangements for children.
Relevant guidance What to expect when joining a telephone or video hearing The Remote Access Family Court Remote hearing/court-based hearing? The decision as to how
Private Children Law Orders Type of order Description Application form Guidance form Costs Child Arrangements Order Section 8 Children Act 1989 A Child Arrangements Order
This page explains the different types of hearing that you might have in private family law cases, including the First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointment, fact finding hearings and final hearings.
Attending court without a legal representative as a ‘litigant in person’ can be a stressful and daunting prospect. However, over the past decade it has
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