Position Statement — Complete Pack (Guide, Templates & Worked Example

Everything you need to write an effective position statement for any family or civil court hearing in England and Wales — in one pack.

A well-drafted position statement is the difference between a judge who arrives at your hearing understanding your case, and one who doesn't. It is short, focused, and tells the court exactly what you want and why. This pack gives you the complete framework.

THIS PACK CONTAINS 4 DOCUMENTS:

1. Drafting Guide (1,000+ words)

What a position statement is, how it differs from a witness statement, length and format, the correct structure, and the golden rules for writing one that works.

2. Family Court Template

A structured template for FHDRA, directions hearings, FDR, and all family court applications — covering introduction, background, issues, your position, and orders sought.

3. Civil / County Court Template

A structured template for case management conferences, application hearings, and county court directions — adapted for the civil procedural context.

4. Worked Example

A complete FHDRA position statement in a child arrangements case — showing how to frame the issues, state your position specifically, and ask for precise orders.

WHO THIS IS FOR

Anyone attending a family court hearing (FHDRA, FDR, final hearing) or a county court hearing who needs to file a position statement.

WHAT YOU GET

✓ 4 complete documents — guide, 2 templates, worked example

✓ Family and civil court versions included

✓ Written by a qualified solicitor (non-practising)

✓ PDF — read on any device, lifetime access

This pack is for educational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.