If you are involved in family court proceedings in Essex, you are likely to attend hearings at one of the main family court centres in the county. Understanding where to go, what to expect and how to prepare makes the experience considerably less daunting.
Family court locations in Essex
Family court hearings in Essex are typically held at:
- Chelmsford Family Court, the main family court centre for Essex, handling financial remedy, children and divorce matters
- Southend-on-Sea, hearings may also be listed at Southend County Court
- Colchester. Some matters are heard at Colchester County Court
Getting there
Chelmsford Family Court is centrally located and accessible by public transport and car. Arrive at least 30 minutes early to allow time for security and to find your courtroom.
McKenzie Friend support in Essex
The Separation Companion is based in East Anglia and can attend family court hearings across Essex as your McKenzie Friend, providing calm, practical support in the room.
Support is also available for Essex-based clients with online hearings, which are increasingly common for shorter directions hearings and some financial remedy appointments.