In December 2023, a family court judge was attacked by a man (news story here) representing himself in family proceedings. The incident was shocking and whilst rare, it has prompted His Majesty’s Courts and Tribunals Service…
Often, parents find the idea of instigating family proceedings daunting due to the unknown surrounding what they will be facing. You may have seen television crime dramas depicting dreary courtrooms and domineering judges, but there are…
Court fees are due to rise in May 2024 by approximately 10%, affecting those who wish to make an application to the Family Court. This article will explain why an increase has been decided and how…
Currently, if you want to make an application to the court you need to first attend a Mediation Information and Assessment Meeting (MIAM). This is an initial meeting with a mediator who assesses your case and…