Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre is a Designated Family Court and one of the regional Financial Remedy Hubs serving the North West of England. The court handles the full range of family proceedings, including High Court family work, complex financial remedy proceedings, child arrangements disputes, and applications for non-molestation orders. As a Financial Remedy Hub, it deals with particularly intricate financial cases involving substantial assets, business interests, trusts, and international elements. The centre serves families across Greater Manchester and the wider region, providing comprehensive facilities for hearings at all levels of complexity within the family justice system.
Services handled at this court
Accessibility
Gold standard access; Cafe
How to get there
Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre is located at 1 Bridge Street West, Manchester, M60 9DJ.
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Frequently asked questions
- What family law matters does Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre deal with?
- Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre is a Designated Family Court handling High Court and Financial Remedy Hub. 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 0161 240 5000. Find out more about [what happens at a family court hearing](/legal-process/court-hearing/).
- Do I need a solicitor for a hearing at Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre?
- For the types of cases heard at Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre — including High Court and Financial Remedy Hub — 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 Manchester. You may also qualify for [legal aid](/legal-process/legal-aid/).
- What should I bring to my hearing at Manchester 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 Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre as security screening is in place at the entrance.
- How do I get in touch with Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre?
- You can contact Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre by telephone on 0161 240 5000 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.
- What kinds of cases reach the High Court at Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre?
- The High Court Family Division at Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre handles the most serious and complex family cases — typically those involving very substantial assets, appeals from lower courts, international elements such as child abduction under the Hague Convention, or novel points of law. Most people going through divorce or children proceedings will not have their case heard at High Court level.
- Why has my financial remedy case been allocated to Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre?
- Manchester Civil and Family Justice Centre is a designated [Financial Remedy Hub](/legal-process/financial-remedy/hubs/), which means it handles financial remedy cases from a wider catchment area than its local postcode. Cases are allocated to hubs to ensure consistency and access to specialist judiciary. Your case may be heard here even if there is a court closer to you.