Are you concerned about falling foul of the pitfalls across the spectrum of modern family proceedings? Established as a straightforward, easy-to-follow handbook of procedure, A Practical Guide to Family Proceedings: Blomfield and Brooks offers step-by-step guidance on the effective conduct of all the most common types of family law application. Fully revised and restructured in line with the changes resulting from the creation of the Family Court, the new Sixth Edition includes: -Coverage of the updated procedure for Presumption of Death applications - New chapters covering jurisdiction in children proceedings, public law for the private law practitioner, vulnerable witnesses and an introduction to appeals - Up to date with all recent amendments to the Family Procedure Rules Widely referred to within the Family Court, Principal Registry of the Family Division, other district registries and county courts, it is an essential reference work for family law practitioners whether as an aide-memoire for the hardpressed specialist or as an introduction for the less experienced.

The smallest mistake in a FPR application could result in issues for your client.End wasted court orders by following the step-by-step guidance provided within this book.Already widely referred to within the Principal Registry of the Family Division, other district registries and county courts, it now includes:Coverage of the changes to divorce proceedings brought about by divorce centres (Crime and Courts Act 2013): new practice is explored and analysed; practical experience from the divorce centres is providedA new chapter on vulnerable witnesses in light of Family Procedure (Amendment No. X) Rules 2015, Part 3A, which looks at the participation of, and giving evidence by, children and vulnerable persons

A brilliant 'how to do it' practical guide for the novice and eperienced practitioner alike. Everyone should have a copy as a first port of call...