If you’re a parent or guardian in the UK who is seeking to make an application for a child arrangements order, you’ll need to fill out a C100 form. This form is used to initiate proceedings in family court and to provide the court with relevant information about the child and their circumstances. In this blog post, we’ll walk you through the process of completing child arrangements form to file at your nearest family court. Before you do this, you will need to contact a mediator so that you can attend a MIAM. This is a mandatory part of the process.

Step 1: Obtain the form

The C100 form is available on the HM Courts & Tribunals Service website. You can download it as a PDF file, print it out, and fill it in by hand. Alternatively, you can complete the form online and then print it out.

Step 2: Provide your personal information

The first section of the C100 form asks for your personal information, including your name, address, and contact details. You’ll also need to provide the names and contact details of any other parties involved in the proceedings, such as the other parent or guardian.

Step 3: Provide information about the child

The next section of the form asks for information about the child, including their name, date of birth, and current address. You’ll also need to provide information about any other children in the household.

Step 4: Provide details of the proposed application

In this section, you’ll need to provide details of the child arrangements order you’re seeking, including who you’re seeking the order against, what you’re seeking the order for, and any other relevant details.

Step 5: Provide information about previous court proceedings

If there have been any previous court proceedings related to the child or the family, you’ll need to provide details of these in this section.

Step 6: Sign and date the form

Once you’ve completed all the relevant sections of the form, you’ll need to sign and date it to confirm that the information you’ve provided is accurate and complete.

Step 7: Submit the form to the court

You’ll need to submit the completed form to the family court that has jurisdiction over the case. You can do this in person, by post, or by email, depending on the court’s guidelines. Make sure you check the court’s guidelines and deadlines for submitting the form, as these can vary depending on the court and the type of case.

Completing a C100 form can be a complex and daunting process, but it’s an essential step in initiating proceedings for a child arrangements order. If you’re unsure about how to complete the form, or if you need advice and guidance on the legal process, it’s important to seek the help of an experienced family law solicitor who can guide you through the process and ensure that your application is handled correctly.

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