# The Family Procedure Rules 2010, Rule 25.17: Expert’s right to ask court for directions


(1) Experts may file written requests for directions for the purpose of assisting them in carrying out their functions.
(2) Experts must, unless the court directs otherwise, provide copies of the proposed requests for directions under paragraph (1)—
(a) to the party instructing them, at least 7 days before they file the requests; and
(b) to all other parties, at least 4 days before they file them.
(3) The court, when it gives directions, may also direct that a party be served with a copy of the directions.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2010/2955/rule/25.17 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/family-procedure-rules-2010/rule-25.17
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