Oireachtas Joint and Select Committees

Wednesday, 20 February 2019

Joint Oireachtas Committee on Justice, Defence and Equality

Reform of the Family Law System: Discussion

Ms Helen Coughlan:

I will add one thing to what Mr. Walsh said there, especially in the context of what we have discussed today. If a solicitor has to go to court on one day, that will cost a certain amount, but if there are constant adjournments, that will inevitably add to the cost. If the system could be improved, I firmly believe that the cost will come down. If a solicitor is in for just one day instead of four days, that would make a significant difference.