How to Create A Chronological Statement for a Family Court Attorney

Create a chronological statement before going in front of a family court attorney to ensure you are well prepared. This will also help you have all your facts and events in order. Attorney fees can build-up if you are not well prepared, also having a chronological statement will show the judge you are responsible and have kept good records.

1. Type, double-spaced if possible, using a word processing program. This will give you a professional and clean look. If you do not have access to a computer you can go to your local library. If you cannot get there then your next option is to hand write it on lined paper skipping every other line. Be sure to write as neat as possible.


2. Prepare the paper with the names of you and your ex-spouse along with the date of the marriage and respective social security numbers. Include the names of all children, their dates of birth and social security numbers. Also, the last date that the both of you filed for joint income tax.


3. Dictate in order any and all court actions, problems, events and papers served in order of when the first event happened. If you do not know the first date then you should approximate it to the best of your ability. List the date first and then use complete, clear sentences to describe the action.


4. Specify all the names of the lawyer's that each party has hired, any judges proceeding over the case, social worker's and any other person having to do with the case.


5. Provide all paperwork to your attorney, but make sure you keep a copy for yourself. It’s also a good idea to make multiple copies to give to the judge, and other parties involved.


6. List witnesses to any of the said event including name, number and addresses. Make sure you have a statement ready for any paperwork you did not receive and proving all your points.


7. List known gross salary of you and the other party. Include recent pay stubs, payments from your spouse, receipts showing clothes, food, schooling, and other necessities that have been purchased for any children involved.


8. Have proof of all things being said. You want clear facts; do not include your opinions in the statement.


9. Include the date and time of the upcoming court hearing, if you have one scheduled.


10. Provide a list of thing you want to accomplish, for example, custody of the children or a visitation schedule. Be sure to sign and date the statement when finished with blue or black ink.