Launched last month, it is seeking evidence from all those involved in family justice, including children and young people. The MoJ says that specific work will be carried out with children's organisations to ensure their views are gathered.
According to the MoJ, the family justice system costs the government more than £800m a year and often subjects parents and children to long and complicated legal processes that are both emotionally distressing and expensive. Concerns have already been raised by fathers and grandparents who feel let down by the existing system.
The review will look at public and private law cases and will examine how best to support contact between children and non-resident parents or grandparents. The work of agencies and professionals, including courts, councils, family lawyers, Cafcass, mediators, and the Legal Services Commission, will be examined.
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