One of the hardest moments in life, one to avoid if at all possible, is divorce — particularly in Family Court. It is an emotionally charged process with high stakes that is inherently tense. As a committed solutionist and family lawyer, I am here to be your ally, offering advice and tips that you can use to make the transition through this difficult process.
What you need to know because this is very important and what everyone should be taking away here are cases of Perjury in Family Court and how it can kill your case.
What to Know About Family Court
- The Role of Family Court
Family Court: This court handles family disputes, such as divorce and support issues. First and foremost, the priority of the court is children (as pertains to any family law matter) and justice, which should be equitable for all parties. That said, this can be a complicated and emotionally difficult process.
Family Court Perjury:
- What is perjury?
Perjury is a legal term for lying under oath or submitting deceptive statements. Perjury can matter a lot in family court. Misleading the court with false testimony and thereby influencing it to make decisions that are unjust for you as well as atrocious for your children.
Perjury in Family Court
Perjury in family court is sometimes a nuanced lie or omission. Some common signs include:
- Changing your story: The way someone tells a tale at different times might suggest that they are lying.
- Insufficient proof: You might well be accused of perjury if you are unable to provide evidence for the claims.
- Witnesses: Witnesses who directly contradict the things one side says might highlight lies to the court.
How Do You Deal With Perjury in Family Court?
If you are the subject of family court perjury, it is important to act fast. To give you an idea, here are a few steps to get started:
- Document: Keep detailed documentation of all contradictory statements, examples, and false testimony.
- Visit an attorney: Speak with your attorney to know what you can and should do.
- Filing a Motion: Your attorney can file a motion to alert the court about allegations of perjury. This filing should contain all relevant evidence and arguments.
- Tell the Truth: In your testimony, always tell only what is true. Ultimately, lots of legal professionals believe that honesty is the best practice and will help to build your credibility in court.
Making it Through Family Court — Top Tips
- Stay Organized
Organization is crucial for effective case management. Gather all your documentation, correspondence, and evidence. Make a list of personal accomplishments and key dates to help keep you organized, or follow along with this pipelined timeline.
- Communicate Effectively
Clear communication is so important when going to court as a family. Always keep it simple and to the point; be respectful in all of your interactions with the court, attorneys & other parties Work on presenting your case without an emotional outburst of feelings, the best that you can, and calmly, logic.
- Focus On The Health Of Your Children
The health and welfare of your children come first. Who feel like they are taken care of and well-being in the war. Be prepared to make sacrifices for them.
- Take Care of Yourself
The process of divorce and Family Court can be extremely hard on your body and mind — just everything. Stay healthy, talk to friends or family for support, and see a therapist if you need to. Looking after yourself will keep you strong and sane in this long process.
A Solutionist in Family Court
- What is a solutionist?
Solutionist: A person who solves difficult problems for others. In a family court environment, your solutionist can be crucial in helping you craft the right approach and provide insights into how the law works.
How a Solutionist Can Help
- Customized Strategy: A solutionist will create a personalized custom strategy that looks at every aspect of your case.
- Emotional Support: Divorce cases can be rough on emotions. A solutionist usually provides emotional support, uses stress management methods, and remains focused.
Conclusion
I am a solutionist, writing now to be your bestie, providing knowledge and happiness strategies. One thing to realize is that perjury in family court has real consequences and can seriously undermine your case. You can do this and you are not alone—organize yourself, talk through the process with your ex-to-be (somehow), work on putting your children first, and find resources to help support you in managing a difficult time.
If you are in Family Court and need a warrior—someone who will assist with preparing for battle but walk through the process of understanding what is on trial—shoot me an email.
