Arrangements for Children

Specialist legal guidance and support on arrangements for children for families going through divorce or separation.

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Arrangements for Children

Parental arrangements that put you and your children first

Agreeing on where your children will live and how to share the arrangements for their care can be one of the most challenging aspects of separating from your partner.

Our team of expert family solicitors specialises in helping you establish suitable arrangements that prioritise your children’s interests, whilst minimising stress and conflict for all parties involved.

We possess extensive knowledge of family law in England and Wales and have a wealth of experience. With our help, thousands of couples have resolved their legal issues and transitioned towards a positive parenting relationship after separation.

Our approach is empathetic and non-confrontational. We will give you carefully attuned advice and guidance on parenting plans, mediation and court proceedings. As members of Resolution, our family lawyers always work hard to help you resolve family legal issues in ways which minimise conflict.

We will support you in making informed decisions regarding your parental responsibility, including determining where the children will live, visitation schedules, schooling preferences, religious practices (if any) and names.

Making arrangements for children can be complex and highly emotional, especially in cases of substantial disagreement or claims of an “unfit” parent, for instance involving domestic abuse, drug or alcohol dependency. We will support you through the court process for obtaining a child arrangements order, prohibited steps order or specific issue order.

In some cases, it is necessary for us to support a parent who is trying to prevent the other from removing their child from the country without their agreement.

We are well aware of the tension that child arrangements can create between parents. However, with our extensive experience, you can rely on our solicitors to be by your side at every stage, providing support.

If you would like to have a confidential consultation regarding the arrangements for your child, please contact a member of our specialist team in St Albans, Harpenden or Luton.


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