Served with a non-molestation order in Farnborough? You're not alone, and you don't have to work it out by yourself. Our advisors help respondents throughout Hampshire respond to the order, type up their FL435 and find a legal aid family solicitor if they're eligible. Speaking to us is free.
Why respondents in Farnborough contact FL435.co.uk
- Help understanding exactly what the order says
- Free legal aid check for respondents
- FL435 and response statement typed up for you
- Advice on undertakings and agreeing without admissions
- Covering every town in Hampshire
Responding to a non-molestation order in Farnborough: step by step
- Check your papers: the order, the applicant's FL401 and statement, the notice of hearing and the FL435 response form.
- Note your return hearing date. After a without-notice order it should be within 28 days, at the Family Court named on your order.
- Get free advice and a legal aid check.
- Choose your response: agree without admissions, offer an undertaking, ask for changes, or oppose the order.
- Return your FL435 to the court at least 5 working days before the hearing.
- Attend the return hearing in person or remotely, with your evidence.
Legal aid for respondents in Farnborough
Many people in Farnborough don't realise that respondents can get legal aid for non-molestation and occupation order cases. It is means- and merits-tested, so not everyone qualifies, but it's always worth checking, especially if you have a child arrangements case, a police investigation, or you've been asked to leave your home under an occupation order. Our advisors check this for you free.
Common situations we help with in Farnborough
- Non-molestation order served by a process server or police with no warning
- False or exaggerated allegations made during a separation
- Orders that stop you seeing your children or doing handovers
- Being told to leave the family home in Farnborough
- Wanting to set aside, vary or discharge an order
- Being accused of breaching an order
Frequently asked questions: Farnborough
Can I get legal aid to respond to a non-molestation order in Farnborough?
Yes, if you meet the Legal Aid Agency's means and merits tests. Legal aid for respondents is available across England and Wales, including Farnborough. It is more likely where there are linked children or criminal proceedings. We check your eligibility free of charge.
Which court will my non-molestation hearing be at in Farnborough?
Your order and notice of hearing will name the court. Respondents from Farnborough are usually heard at the family court hearing centre that covers Hampshire, or remotely by video or phone.
How quickly can I speak to an advisor in Farnborough?
We aim to call back the same working day. If your return hearing is within the next few days, say so on the form or email support@fl435.co.uk with 'URGENT' in the subject.
I've been served with an FL435 form in Farnborough. What do I do?
Read the order, obey it, and return the FL435 to the court at least 5 working days before your return hearing. Tell the court whether you agree to the order continuing, would give an undertaking, or oppose it. We can help you complete it for free.