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What is a S47 report?

A “S47 report” refers to a process or report within the context of child protection services in the United Kingdom. The Local Authority, through the local social services are responsible for safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at risk of...

How can I instruct an expert in family law proceedings?

If you need to make an application to the court for an Order in proceedings that are ongoing then you are able to complete and file a C2.  This application provides the court with what application you are making, what order or court directions you are seeking and...

I’m scared to go to court and see my ex – what can I do?

SPECIAL MEASURES If you have to go to court to deal with a family issue you may feel intimidated or scared to meet your ex partner, have to see him or her in the courtroom and the thought of being questioned by them may send you into a spiral of anxiety. Do not worry...

What is a Consent Order?

A Consent Order is a legally binding document setting out the exact terms of an agreement reached between parties. This can deal with arrangements relating to finances and children issues.  When parties legally separate or divorce it is necessary to agree how all the...

How do I issue divorce proceedings?

Firstly you must ensure you are eligible to apply for a divorce. You must have been married for over 12 months, the relationship must have permanently broken down and your marriage must be legally recognised in the UK.  (Please be aware that the process outlined below...

Can I get help with court application fees?

If you require the courts assistance with a family matter then there is usually a court fee to issue that application.  Please note that there is no fee payable to issue an application for a Non Molestation Order or Occupation Order. The court application fees are...

What is a specific issue application and order?

When the parents of a child or people with parental responsibility for a child can not agree on a specific issue relating to the child then an application can be made to the court under S8 of the Children Act 1989 in respect of that issue. The most usual specific...

What is a Qualified Legal Representative (QLR)?

Family proceedings are often extremely difficult and stressful for people to manage themselves particularly when there are allegations of abuse or evidence of previous criminal convictions of abuse relating to one of the parties.  If one of both of the parties do not...