Contested final hearing. Scared.

[FGT676]

Hi my final hearing is on Friday and I am absolutely petrified. I contested the section 7 as there was lies. Now the addendum has been done and childrens services have still said more things that are untrue. I believe this is because I contacted the MP. Suddenly my 4 year old has suddenly said I'm upset because she's happy at daddy's and she's angry because I hit her..none of this is true and I believe my ex has got her to say this..as soon as I prove myself (left a relationship they were concerned about, all negative alcohol tests) they then come up with new things to use against me. Also my ex called the police and said I'm domestically abusing him as I was messaging to check My daughters yet all the proof I have of him stopping contact controlling me and shouting during contact has been ignored and ss have made excuses for him. I'm so scared. What exactly happens in this hearing? What are the chances of getting 50/50 like I've asked for when my ex is wanting full custody ..I brought our daughters up and suddenly this one hearing is going to determine the rest of their lives.

[Suzie, FRG Adviser]

Dear FGT676,

Thankyou for your further post. I understand how worried you are about the final hearing which is at the end of this week.

You say that an addendum to the Section 7 report was completed after you challenged the report, and the addendum has incorrect information in it. In previous posts you have mentioned that you have a solicitor so I would advise to you inform them of your concerns regarding the addendum and ask them to challenge these in court. They will be best placed to advise regarding next steps. Family Rights Group cannot advise further on private law proceedings as this is not within our remit.

You ask what your chances are of getting 50/50 care of the children. I’m afraid that I cannot comment on this as I do not have all of the relevant information; again your solicitor is best placed to advise you about this.

You also ask what will happen in the final hearing. This is the hearing at which the judge makes a final decision based on all the evidence, reports and all the points put forward by both parties. You might find it helpful to read this guide as it gives useful information on preparing for a Family Court hearing. Rights of Women have lots more guides on their website which may also be helpful to you.

Best wishes,
Suzie