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My ex's new solicitor has emailed me today after they received the letter confirming the phone hearing. they have asked me "what will I be asking the court to do" it is an enforcement hearing. Do I have to reply to this email or can I just submit my bundle and evidence to the court and just let the court decide and not discuss anything with her solicitor?
Thanks
Hi Ferfer,
You don't have to respond is my understanding.
However I'd say it all depends what you want the court to do. Only a tiny fraction of enforcement orders are ever granted . Plus court is very hit and miss.
Potentially emailing your exes solicitor may get you what you are after much sooner. What is it you are wanting?
Thanks
I want 50/50 care. If not I want a fact finding hearing to show factual evidence that everything she has said is a lie. It seems only fair that a judgement should be made on facts and not opinions.
Its best to not engage with ex solicitor unless they are contacting you and it is something that may be beneficial for yourself.
Hi Ferfer,
As it's not straightforward maybe not communicate. Potentially they want to avoid court to avoid findings against your ex for breaching the order.
However, I'd focus on the enforcement of the existing order without trying to vary it too much or going for a fact find. You risk moving the focus to looking at the issues rather than resolving contact which could result in things being dragged out for another 6 months due to Covid etc.
Good Luck with it..
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