Barnet Civil and Family Courts Centre

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What brings you here?

Got a letter from this centre? Most of its letters are routine admin: a claim being processed, a form to return, a date to note. A letter is not a judgment against you, and nearly every one comes with time to respond.

Pick the one that matches your situation

I've received a letter from this court

A claim form, hearing notice, judgment, or other correspondence — see how to respond.

I have a hearing or my claim has been defended

Allocation, directions questionnaires, what happens at the hearing, costs and appeals.

I can't afford the court fee

Apply for help with fees (form EX160) if you're on benefits or low income.

I owe a CCJ but can't pay it all at once

Ask the court to let you pay by instalments using form N245 — keeps you out of enforcement.

I want to clear a paid CCJ

If you've paid a county court judgment, apply for a certificate of satisfaction (form N443).

I need to get rid of a CCJ I wasn't told about

Never knew about the original claim? You may be able to cancel the judgment entirely and wipe it from your credit file.

I won my case but they won't pay

Enforce a judgment with a warrant of control, attachment of earnings, or charging order.

Opening hours

Court open

Monday to Friday

9am to 4pm

Counter open

10am to 4pm by appointment only

Services available

Adoption

Childcare arrangements if you separate from your partner

Divorce hearings

Domestic abuse

Female Genital Mutilation

Housing

Money claims

Accessibility & facilities

Accessibility features

Level access to the building entrance, and court room

Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network (Lanyards available on request)

Assistance dogs are welcome

Hearing enhancement facilities available by prior arrangement

Private interview rooms

Baby changing facilities are available in the disabled toilets on the second floor

Assistance dogs welcome

Sunflower scheme available

Languages

Get an interpreter at a court or tribunal. (opens in new tab)

Professional access scheme

This court participates in the scheme.

Learn more