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family court

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damnthisvirusandmarriage · 07/12/2020 21:26

So I have a 1st hearing coming up.

I am having a barrister through legal aid.

Cafcass will speak to us first apparently.

Can anyone advise me or share stories? Is it scary?

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Pebbledashery · 07/12/2020 22:33

What kind of situation is it. Was there domestic violence? Cafcass will speak to you both and do a safeguarding letter at the FHDRA hearing they'll decide what direction you to in. I'm going through the Family Court now as I had to flee domestic violence and take my daughter away from the horrific household. He wasn't supposed to get interim contact and his Barrister bullied his way into it. I would say prepare for every eventuality. Be child focused the whole way. Don't talk about your feelings towards your ex. It is daunting but you will be strong.

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