Read Guidance Materials prior to the event

• Suggested Guidance for the conduct of Financial Dispute Resolution/Neutral Evaluation Hearings
• Suggested Guidance for the conduct of a remote hearing as arbitrator or PFDR judge

Remote hearings are now the norm in private family hearings, but what if one party is a LIP or the parties are unfamiliar with the process, how can you ensure that the hearing actually happens and is successful. What about disclosure, is everything said confidential? Can a family arbitration, whether money or children take place remotely and what if there are witnesses? Can a party record the hearing and what can they do with the recording? Which of the digital platforms should we use for different hearings?

This Webinar will seek to explain the details,  grapple with the issues currently facing all practitioners undertaking remote family hearings and suggest  guidance and ground rules for a successful remote hearing.

From the tech to the etiquette, Suzanne Kingston will chair a hugely experienced panel of QC’s and barristers who regularly practice as private judges and arbitrators in remote hearings, who give their insights on best practice.

• Cameras, lights, action: The minimum technical requirements, what you need to have;
• Preparation: Bundles, directions in advance;
• What are the duties of the parties: Full and frank disclosure and confidentiality;
• The conduct of the hearing: Practical tips
• Recording or not?
• Witnesses in arbitrations:  how can they best give evidence

Followed by a Q&A with the Panel (the authors of the guides) who will be happy to answer your questions.