If your family law matter has not been settled through mediation, it's time to prepare for court. Stage 5 focuses on getting everything in order for a potential interim hearing …

If your family law matter has not been settled through mediation, it's time to prepare for court. Stage 5 focuses on getting everything in order for a potential interim hearing or final trial. The Stage 5 Pack provides the essential guides, checklists, and templates you need to build your case effectively, organize your documents, and understand what to expect inside the courtroom.

Why You Need This Pack:

• Master the Courtroom Environment: The pack explains the difference between a hearing and a trial, what to expect from a judge, and how to prepare for key events like interim hearings and callovers. You'll learn how to present your evidence, handle cross-examination, and speak appropriately to a judge.
• Get Trial-Ready: The Trial Prep Checklist ensures all critical aspects are covered, from document management to personal preparation. You'll be able to confirm that your affidavits are finalized and paginated, that all documents are properly served, and that you're familiar with your evidence and the opposing side's case.
• Build a Professional "Trial Book": Learn how to organize a well-structured binder that contains every document the judge and other parties will need during the trial. The pack provides a template for arranging your documents with a logical order, tabs, and a detailed index for quick navigation.
• Avoid Courtroom Mistakes: A list of the top 7 courtroom mistakes made by self-represented litigants helps you avoid common pitfalls such as arguing emotionally, failing to bring spare copies of documents, or not understanding court rules.