Witness Statement — Complete Pack (Guide, Template & Worked Example)

Everything you need to write an effective witness statement for civil or family proceedings in England and Wales — in one pack.

The witness statement is your evidence. In most proceedings it stands as your evidence in chief — the judge reads it before you say a word. Getting it right is critical. This pack gives you the complete framework.

THIS PACK CONTAINS 3 DOCUMENTS:

1. Drafting Guide (1,200+ words)

The rules, the golden rules, what to include and what to leave out, how to handle hearsay and exhibits, and the 7 most common mistakes that undermine witness statements.

2. Template

A fully structured, headed template with all required sections — introduction, background, events in dispute, impact, what you are seeking — and the correct statement of truth wording.

3. Worked Example

A realistic child arrangements scenario showing the principles applied in a complete, drafted witness statement — so you can see exactly how it should look.

WHO THIS IS FOR

Anyone writing a witness statement for a family court hearing, a county court case, an employment tribunal, or any civil or family proceedings in England and Wales.

WHAT YOU GET

✓ 3 complete documents — guide, template, worked example

✓ Civil and family proceedings — applicable to both

✓ 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.