NSW What is a directions hearing?

[Lost221]

Are both parties required to file new affidavits at this time?

 

[AllForHer]

Not unless you've been directed at the last hearing to do so. A directions hearing is an interim hearing to give the parties directions for the next hearing - attend family dispute resolution; file affidavits; prepare for trial; etc.

 

[MartyK]

As above. Directions are usually procedural orders i.e. What you need to do before the next Court date.

 

[Bill1979]

Hi there,
Can existing orders be changed at a directions hearing? Such as more time with children, change in pickip and drop off location and new orders be made such as no swearing, shouting or smoking around the children? And can evidence of breaches to the existing order be advised here or do they need to file a separate contravention order?

 

[Kiwigirl]

Hi I saw your post.. I'm having my first Directions Hearing soon. The other side prepared an amended Initiating Affidavit and I was meant to provide a Response to their amended Affidavit.
My legal Rep said it's not necessary for this hearing so I'm not providing a Response.
My question is, will that have any negative affect on my case? Or are Response Affidavits not compulsory at this stage?

 

[lacey.tdrt19]

Hi I saw your post.. I'm having my first Directions Hearing soon. The other side prepared an amended Initiating Affidavit and I was meant to provide a Response to their amended Affidavit.
My legal Rep said it's not necessary for this hearing so I'm not providing a Response.
My question is, will that have any negative affect on my case? Or are Response Affidavits not compulsory at this stage?

Hi Just wondering how everything went with the Directions hearing? Also there is a contravention application on this day. Not sure the process of all this and any information will be much appreciated.