Part 25 Applications - An Update for Family Lawyers

Introduction

Part 25 applications continue to be a regular feature within care proceedings. However, with the ongoing emphasis on minimising delay in cases for children, many practitioners are concerned about how to ensure an application is successful.

This webinar will consider an overview of the current rules underpinning expert assessments and how such an application should be made.

What You Will Learn

This webinar will cover the following:

• A recap on the law governing Part 25 applications, including Part 25 Family Procedure Rules 2010, Children and Families Act 2014 and the most recent case law in the area. Consideration will also be given to the decision of Re C (‘Parental Alienation’; Instruction of Expert) [2023]
• A reminder of the necessity test and how to apply it
• How to decide what expert to apply for and when to make the application
• How to draft a fully compliant and persuasive Part 25 application, including examples

This webinar was recorded on 5th February 2024

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