Court Representation Penrith Area

No. Family Courts enable parties to be self-represented. However, De Facto Relationship matters and Family Law matters are often complicated and time consuming. There are many rules and regulations involved in regards to appearing in Court. It may be easier in the long term to engage legal representatives who can look after your interest.

That is difficult to say. That may involve whether or not there are complicated issues involved in the matter and how many witnesses may be called.

Yes. In most Family Law and De Facto matters, evidence is presented through Affidavits – sworn written statements that are filed with the Court and provided to the other party.

Before your matter reaches a final hearing, you will usually have several Directions Hearings, where the Court checks on progress and gives procedural instructions.

In the Family Court, where there is a strong focus on resolving disputes early, you may also be required to attend Case Assessment Conferences, Conciliation Conferences, or Pre-Trial Conferences. These steps are designed to help the parties reach an agreement wherever possible before a hearing date is set.