1 in 3
family court cases involve a litigant in person
82%
said they felt unprepared for their first hearing
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"I wish I'd known…"
A collection of the most common things people said after going through the family court process.
"That the judge would not automatically side with whoever seemed more upset in the hearing."
Child Arrangements"That a position statement could completely change the direction of a hearing."
Financial Remedy"That I could bring someone with me to court — I didn't know McKenzie Friends existed."
Representation"That delays are normal and don't mean you're losing."
Process"That filling in the wrong form meant starting over."
Documents"That the other side's solicitor was allowed to speak to me directly."
Procedure"That 'without prejudice' meant something very specific legally."
Legal Terms"That staying calm in court carries more weight than I thought."
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