What is a Fact Finding Hearing?
22
Jan - 2020
A fact finding hearing is an important way for the court to decide whether an allegation(s) are true or not.
Coronation Street to Real Life - How does Hope and Ruby’s story compare?
16
Jan - 2020
I love Coronation Street. I have watched it all my life. So, what do I think of their portrayal of Social Services’ involvement with Fiz and Tyrone’s girls, Hope and Ruby?
Problems with Shared Care Arrangements and Financial Support
13
Jan - 2020
Shared care arrangements for children can be made via mediation or through an appropriate Child Arrangement Order.
Drug Testing in Care Proceedings - Is it Reliable and can I Challenge my results?
10
Jan - 2020
Parents in care proceedings accused of using illicit substances often find themselves subject to drug testing so that the Court can be provided with evidence as to their level of drug use, the substances used and the honesty of the parent within the proceedings.
Deprivation Of Liberty - The Duty Of The Family Court
06
Jan - 2020
It is the duty of the family court to ensure that a child is properly safeguarded and taken care of, taking into consideration the welfare checklist in Section 1 of the Children Act 1989.
What is an Intermediary in Family Law Proceedings?
19
Dec - 2019
The role of an intermediary was created by the Youth Justice and Criminal Evidence Act 1999 to help vulnerable witnesses in criminal cases. However, the use of intermediaries has since spread to be included in Family Court proceedings.
Family, Farms & Divorce
19
Dec - 2019
When any couple separate, careful thought needs to be given about how their financial resources and obligations are divided.
Family Proceedings - Serving Court Documents
27
Nov - 2019
Once an application has been made to court in family proceedings, for instance for a divorce, to deal with financial matters, children’s issues or non-molestation/occupation orders, the papers need to be served upon the other party known as the respondent.
Can I See My Child After They've Been Adopted?
26
Nov - 2019
When parents are no longer able to look after their children one of the options the court has to consider is whether adoption is right for child.
Will Contact Take Place During Care Proceedings?
12
Nov - 2019
As a parent going through Care Proceedings it is important to know if and when they will be granted contact with their child/children.
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