A Scott Schedule is a schedule or table used in family proceedings when the Court is being asked to make a finding about allegations or facts that are in dispute. The schedule or table will summarise the allegations that are in dispute and will allow the opportunity for the other party to respond to the allegations.

In family cases, Scott Schedules are commonly used in cases involving factual disputes about:

·   Domestic violence/abuse of either adults or children;

·   Other harm or injuries to children; or

·   The allocation of resources in financial dispute; for example financial misconduct.

The schedule may refer to specific evidence within a court bundle on which each party seeks to rely.

The Court will have the opportunity to consider the allegations and the responses and will deliberate on whether to make findings of fact in respect of each allegation.

At George Green LLP, our specialist Family Lawyers are experts in assisting clients both in respect of completing a Scott Schedule as well as responding to allegations raised against clients. If you require assistance with completing or responding to a Scott Schedule, or more generally in respect of family proceedings please do not hesitate to contact Mark Vandaele, the Head of Family Law on 01902 796930.

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