Glossary

This is the process, often court proceedings, to make sure one party complies with court directions.

An enforcement order is made by a court when a parent has breached a child arrangements order or when there is a complete breakdown of the child arrangements order. The court has to be completely satisfied that the parent in question has breached the child arrangements order and that their reasons have no grounds.

The is the net value of a property once the mortgage, any charges and fees have been paid in full.

This is a international treaty of 18 articles detailing the protection of human rights of people across Europe. It was drafted in 1950 and came into force on 03-09-1953.

This is another name for proof. An individual must forward proof to the court to support any allegations they have made.

To make an application to the court without informing your ex-partner/the other party.

This is another word for evidence. It is attached to a witness statement or affidavit.

A person who can write a report and offer an opinion on a topic in which they are an expert /have great knowledge and experience within.

A court decision or judgement made on the day of or straight after the hearing is called an extempore. Extempore means 'at the time'. It is often delivered orally at the end of the hearing. An extempore decision can sometimes be referred to as 'an off the cuff' decision.