OK...I have royally screwed up, and I'm scared.

I should have done whatever was required to get a barrister on board....but I am where I am.

They submitted the D11 yesterday for my son to give evidence, and an increase in bundle size.. I submitted a letter to the court objecting and haven't heard anything.

Her solicitor insist that the D11 application is a separate matter entirely however they have just sent a witness template which includes my son giving evidence, allowing for cross examination which I have been unable to prepare due to only receiving their application yesterday.

My wife is scheduled to give evidence for 1 hour plus 1.5 hours of cross examination, which I have not completed as I am still unsure of the completes court approved bundle.

Big question...my wife, as per her S25 and other statements and evidence supports, is overly emotional and dramatic. I want to keep this whole thing simple, logical, practical, and fair. Am I able to raise objection when she bring emotion and conduct into her evidence. Its ALL emotion and conduct.

I can stay calm (I think), and stick to the facts. But I know she won't. Hence why I now realise I should have had someone familiar with court by my side....too late now. Can I politely requst the judge direct her to remain factual regarding the financial position?

As a litigant in person the judge will help you so whatever you do be calm and polite with the judge. Obviously there is a limit to the help a judge can give because he/she must remain impartial as between you and your wife but so far as procedure is concerned the judge will try to assist you.

WOW!

Do solicitors and Barristers often change the goal posts at the 11th hour?

My wife submitted an ES1 with the order she was seeking.

In the case summary, presented to me at 8:30am for a 10:00am court appearance, has added the kitchen sink...and the rest

...and now she has asked for "special measures". She wants a screen between us...Let the drama begin. There has never been a screen before. Is there any chance the judge will see through this? (I've been sent out of the courtroom while they arange this)



Edited 1 time(s). Last edit at 09/28/2023 10:11AM by spartacus.