Family Law

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The Specialist Paralegal Qualification in Family Law Practice is tailored specifically for legal support staff working in this complex area. Delegates will be taught in-depth, practical application of the law. Emphasis is placed on the following areas of importance:

  • The first interview and funding divorce proceedings
  • Advising the client on divorce law and procedure
  • Preparing the petition and supporting documents
  • The matrimonial home on marriage breakdown
  • Advising the client: finance/property/marriage breakdown
  • Preparing and conduct of the ancillary relief application
  • Mediation, settlement and consent orders
  • Welfare benefits and supporting children
  • Advising the client in children disputes
  • Preparing the application for a children order
  • Advising the client on relief from molestation
  • Preparing an application for occupation/non-molestation orders
  • The unmarried family - recent developments


CLT Member FeeNon-CLT Member Fee
£1,495 +VAT£1,695 +VAT


Not the right qualification for you? Family Law is also available as a Foundation Diploma.