After a really rough time with the exP, and doing a pregnancy all alone ive finally had enough. We go for periods of no contact such as 8 weeks, then 12 hours notice for a visit. I get verbally, mentally and emotionally abused. Its caused physological damage, and im having counselling and cbt as well as medication to enable me to get on with my life.
It affects my oarenting skills and after the latest episode I had decided upon a solicitors advice the only way forward is to go through the courts. Yes, he has aranged mediation in the past but after our initial seperate assesments he refused mediation and threatens me with court.
Ive offered a contact centre, (opens only at times he cannot do in our county), hes a 2.5 hour drive away, they expect me to drive it. They expect me to let an 8 month old go overnight with strangers.
Its getting ridiculous. Due to the cuts in legal aid, i am going to have to represent myself, i have alot of evidence. A solicitor feels i will be fine representing myself and that courts now allow for this due to legal aid changes.
Im submitting my papers tommorow, dropping them in. Im bricking it, but i do know im doing the right thing for my daughter.
I do however want to be as fully informed as i can, mumsnet has been invaluable to me. Im looking to see if any of you may have any tips, suggestions, information to guide me?
Particularlly any books on family law that may be of interest to me.
Thank you for your time,
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MakeItUpAsYouGoAlong · 22/05/2013 15:57
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