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now want to return to in-person hearings.
Alexander suggests using courthouses or
other public facilities, such as public libraries,
as justice hubs for those without a reliable
internet connection and allowing family law
litigants to stretch their legal budget further
with remote hearings.
"The justice system is not about judges,"
says Boulby. "The justice system is about
families and the public, and we need to do
a better job at delivering service to these
people. By looking at remote court hearings
and by promoting collaborative practice and
mediation, we have a chance to make the
justice system more efficient for the people
who absolutely have to go there."
Process navigation
Completing divorce
application if uncontested
Completing paperwork
for child-support
change where income is
determined
Arguing motions to
change child support in
court where income is
determined
Responding to
proceedings to enforce
support payments
