The Family Matters Show

Getting Ready for Court


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This month Ben and Heather discuss how to get ready for Court.  Their first piece of advice is to avoid bringing family law disputes to Court if at all possible.  But in the event that you do have to go to Court this podcast will help you prepare, as Ben and Heather consider the following:
Why does it take so long to actually get in front of a judge on a family law matters?
Where is the Court physically located, and when are Court sessions now managed online?
Do you have to hire a barrister to take a matter to Court?
How much is it going to cost to take a matter to Court? (brace yourself for the answer!)
How do your lawyer and barrister prepare your case for Court?
Tips on what to wear and how to behave in Court and for online proceedings.
How does the Court decide who a child will live with or spend time with?
How does the Court decide property settlements?
If you don't like the Court's decision, can you appeal?
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The Family Matters ShowBy Heather McKinnon & Benjamin Bryant


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