Tripp and Tripp

In the matter of *Tripp and Tripp*, heard before Justice Fowler, the Independent Children’s Lawyer sought leave to provide an independent expert, Dr M, with copies of an audio recording and a transcript of interviews conducted by Dr M with relevant persons and children in the proceedings. The mother had procured these materials.

The central legal issue before the Court was whether to grant leave for the Independent Children’s Lawyer to make these materials available to the independent expert for review.

Justice Fowler granted leave, permitting the Independent Children’s Lawyer to provide Dr M with copies of the audio recording and the transcript. The Court's decision reflects an approach that allows for the expert's review of relevant evidence, subject to appropriate procedural safeguards.