Practice note - April 2018 Practice note to deal with the issues this court is experiencing in care and supervision cases which are causing substantial delays, unnecessary court hearings and wasted public funds. This practice note also serves as a warning that the court will not be tolerating non...
Read MorePlease note that Leicester Family Court (and County Court) will now be operating a counter appointment system. Read more here....
Read MorePractitioners and court users should note that a revised PD27A will come into effect on 23rd July 2018. The bundle practice direction remains largely unchanged, however there are some significant amendments which relate in particular to a new page limit being imposed on certain categories of...
Read MoreFollowing consultation earlier this year, the President of the Family Division has released numerous comprehensive draft standard orders for use in all family proceedings. It is important for practitioners to note the Practice Guidance issued in respect of the use of the orders. Use is not...
Read MoreOur local Circuit Judge "team" of HHJ Handley, HHJ George and (our newest addition) HHJ Godwin have today issued a joint Newsletter, updating practitioners on performance and issuing a few timely reminders of best practice. Of particular note is the need for advocates to be ready...
Read MoreThe President of the Family Division has issued renewed guidance reiterating the obligations placed on Local Authorities and the Court when dealing with cases involving parents who have learning disabilities. The guidance can be downloaded here and from our INFORMATION CENTRE....
Read MoreThe Northampton Family Court is hosting a training event entitled "Contact and the child - in public and private law proceedings". It is taking place on 11th May 2018 at The Learning Hub, One Angel Square, Northampton and the cost is £55 per person. The booking...
Read MoreThe President of the Family Division has published his 18th View from the President's Chambers, in which he sets out his support for a Financial Remedies Court. The view can be downloaded here....
Read MoreThe President of the Family Division has produced new guidance as to when family cases should be issued in the High Court and explaining in detail the interplay between the Family Court and the High Court. The guidance can be found here....
Read MoreThe President of the Family Division has published a myriad of draft standard orders for use in all family proceedings (think CAP form or CMO, multiplied by 40...
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