the only way forward. The fact that they are so interested in their grandchild is positive. I hope that helps. Best Regards Harjit Sarang, Partner and Head of Family Law BEST Solicitors LLP Q. I obtained a non molestation order against my ex without notice. He attended the first hearing and objected to the order. He offered an undertaking which I refused to accept, so the Court ordered submission of further evidence first by me then by him and a final hearing is set for end of this month. Meanwhile he has breached the order twice and is going to trial at Magistrates Court at end of Aug, but he did plead guilty to the first breach. He was also arrested for a rape allegation I made but due to lack of evidence he was not arrested. His solicitor has just written to the County Court saying he wont be attending the final hearing and will not object to the order staying in place. My question: Can the District Judge find him in contempt of court for failing to attend the final hearing, especially when he was the one who objected in the first place. His reason for not attending is that his mental health has suffered because of my "allegations" and he doesnt want to be interrogated by the Court on the evidence I have now submitted! A. Hi there If he is not objecting to the order being in place then a hearing is not required. The court