Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre is a Designated Family Court serving families across the Cardiff area with a comprehensive range of family law matters. The court handles divorce applications, adoption proceedings, and various other family disputes, with the distinctive advantage of offering Welsh Language services for those who prefer to conduct proceedings in Cymraeg. As a key regional centre, it provides essential access to justice for Welsh-speaking families navigating separation or child arrangements. The court’s bilingual capability ensures that language is never a barrier to accessing family justice in Wales’s capital city.
Services handled at this court
Accessibility
Full access; Video links
How to get there
Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre is located at 2 Park Street, Cardiff, CF10 1ET.
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Frequently asked questions
- What family law matters does Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre deal with?
- Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre is a Designated Family Court handling Welsh Language, Adoption and Divorce. Not all family cases are dealt with at every court — if you are unsure whether your case will be heard here, check your court documents or contact the court directly on 029 2037 6400. Find out more about [what happens at a family court hearing](/legal-process/court-hearing/).
- Do I need a solicitor for a hearing at Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre?
- For the types of cases heard at Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre — including Adoption — legal representation is strongly recommended. These proceedings can have long-lasting financial and personal consequences, and costs orders can be made against unrepresented parties. [Find out whether you need a solicitor](/legal-process/do-i-need-solicitor/) or [search our solicitor directory](/legal-process/find-solicitor/) for a specialist in Cardiff. You may also qualify for [legal aid](/legal-process/legal-aid/).
- What should I bring to my hearing at Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre?
- Bring photo ID, all court documents relating to your case, and copies for the judge and the other party. If you have filed any statements or evidence, bring your own copy too. Allow extra time when arriving at Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre as security screening is in place at the entrance.
- How do I get in touch with Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre?
- You can contact Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre by telephone on 029 2037 6400 or by email using the address on this page. For questions about your hearing date or listing, ask specifically for the listings office. Do not attempt to contact the judge directly — all queries must go through the court office.
- Can I use Welsh at Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre?
- Yes. Cardiff Civil and Family Justice Centre offers Welsh language services and you can request that your hearing be conducted in Welsh. You should notify the court as early as possible — ideally when the hearing is first listed — so that Welsh-speaking judiciary and any necessary interpreters can be arranged.