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DNA tests piloted in Family courts

27th June, 2014

The Justice Minister has this week confirmed that free DNA tests are to be piloted within family courts, in an attempt to speed up disputes surrounding the paternity of children.

According to reports, the programme is part of an initiative aimed at tackling problems in family courts, which have seen a rise in unrepresented litigants in recent months.

Announcing the pilot scheme, the Justice Minister stated that the free DNA tests will be used to solve disputes surrounding child paternity quickly; instead of relying on three days of legal disputes, which can not only prove costly but can also lead to further delays in resolving the dispute.

In addition to announcing the pilot of the DNA tests, the Justice Minister has called for children aged over 10 years old, to be allowed to participate in separation cases so their voices can be heard and views considered.

Whilst the Justice Minister has outlined a pilot scheme and further proposals to speed up disputes within family courts; for those individuals who are involved in a family law dispute, and require honest, impartial and tailored legal advice, support and guidance, our team at Diane Genders Solicitors Ltd can assist.

Our solicitors are experienced in handling a number of family law matters, from those arising as a result of divorce and separation, through to financial disputes and matters involving children, child contact and child maintenance.

Through our experience within the family law sector, we have built up a wide skill-set, which we draw up, to ensure that we can offer our clients the best possible advice, support and guidance – whilst helping to end any dispute in a way which is best for everyone involved.

To find out how our family law solicitors in Lincoln can assist you with your family law dispute, come and speak to us today.

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