Availability and the responsible advocate are confirmed before professional engagement.
Questions to discuss
- Is there an existing order or pending application?
- What has changed since previous arrangements?
- What information can be shared through a restricted channel?
Documents to prepare
- Existing orders and applications
- Relevant correspondence
- Factual timeline; sensitive child records only when requested
How the discussion may proceed
1
Flag any existing proceeding.
2
Confirm confidential information-sharing arrangements.
3
Discuss the applicable process with the advocate.
Scope and fees
Agree what is included, the professional fee, applicable taxes and approved expenses before work begins. Review, drafting, dispatch, filing and representation are separate tasks unless the engagement expressly includes them.