Specialist reports in the
Family Court

Social worker's reports in the Family Court

Reports from social workers are the most common type of report considered by the Family Court. These reports are requested (directed) by a Family Court Judge during parenting or guardianship proceedings, when the safety of the children is considered an issue. The report is compiled by a social worker at Child Youth and Family Service. Different types of reports are provided depending on what is directed by the Family Court Judge. The most simple report lists all notifications made to Child Youth and Family Service regarding the children, and any action taken by Child Youth and Family Service.

More detailed social worker's reports can be requested by the Family Court. A "brief" for the report is provided to the social worker outlining the issues they are to investigate and report back to the Family Court on. This type of report usually involves the social worker personally interviewing the parents and children.

Psychologist's reports in the Family Court

Reports from psychologists are less common in the Family Court and must be directed by a Family Court Judge.

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