CLU Family Court Watch-Family Court Monitoring Tool

Example

Observers might note whether all parties are given equal opportunity to present their case and whether the court adequately considers the needs and rights of children.

Scenario

During a divorce proceeding involving child custody, trained CLU observers would attend sessions to ensure that the judicial process is conducted fairly and transparently, providing detailed reports on their observations.

Example

If an observer notes any discrepancies or potential biases during hearings, they can file a report that might be used to seek review or reform.

Scenario

An observer notices that the presiding judge frequently interrupts one party, displaying potential bias. The observer can document this and report it through proper channels for further investigation.

Example

CLU Family Court Watch compiles data from multiple court monitoring reports to advocate for systemic changes within the family court system.

Scenario

Leveraging collected data showing a pattern of ignored child welfare assessments, CLU Family Court Watch could advocate for policy changes to prioritize child welfare in all family court cases.