Practitioners 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...
Read MoreHMCTS has issued new forms for the use in divorce/dissolution and Children Act cases. The forms have been amended to reflect recent changes to the domestic violence provisions and MIAM exemptions. The following forms are affected: C100 Form FM1 Form A Form A1 Form B The amended forms have already taken effect...
Read MoreThe Leicester & Leicestershire Family Justice Board prides itself on the quality of our annual training conferences – or Family Justice Days – organised by our Education Sub-committee. 2017 has been no exception. Entitled “Can you hear us? Older children in the family justice system” the...
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