There are limited circumstances under which a witness may be able to testify before trial and have the transcript of their answers used as evidence at trial (see Rule 14-7(40) about the use of deposition evidence and Rule14-7(52) about the use of transcripts of pre-trial examinations of witnesses) — although even then, the court retains the right to require the witness to attend the trial to testify in person (see Rule 14-7(40) of the Supreme Court Family Rules). Doing so may be appropriate in the following circumstances:

Doing so also requires either the consent of both parties or an order of the court. For more information about making an application to the court for an order before trial, see the section: [[Interim Applications in Family Matters]].