Legal support for court cases concerning child contact, custody or parental responsibility in the United Kingdom
After the breakdown of a relationship between parents, there is a need for clear legal regulation of issues related to custody, contact with children and the fulfilment of parental responsibilities. Court proceedings in such cases are emotionally and legally complex. The Consultant legal marketplace team provides professional support for court cases in the United Kingdom, aimed at protecting the rights of the child and ensuring a fair settlement between the parents.
How to obtain parental responsibility in the United Kingdom?
Parental responsibility means the legal right to make important decisions about a child, such as medical, educational and religious decisions. In the United Kingdom, the biological mother automatically has this right, while the father only has it under certain conditions.
If the father was not married to the child's mother or is not listed on the birth certificate, he can obtain parental responsibility through:
- a voluntary agreement with the mother (Parental Responsibility Agreement);
- an application to the family court (Parental Responsibility Order).
Consultant lawyers analyse the situation, advise on the grounds for filing an application and prepare documents for the court, taking into account the circumstances of the case.
Legal support in child contact and residence order cases
If there is a conflict between parents about where the child should live or how visits should be arranged, the court may issue an appropriate order:
- Child Arrangements Order (determines the place of residence and contact arrangements);
- Specific Issue Order (resolves specific issues, such as choice of school);
- Prohibited Steps Order (prohibiting certain actions without the consent of the other parent).
Our lawyers accompany the client at all stages: from preparing evidence and forms to participating in Family Court hearings.
We also provide preparation for CAFCASS assessment and represent the client's interests during the proceedings.
Preparing for child custody proceedings
In custody cases, it is important to prove that your position is in the best interests of the child. To do this, you need to:
- gather evidence (statements, correspondence, medical records);
- prepare your legal position and statements;
- be prepared to participate in several court hearings.
Our team of lawyers has experience in complex family disputes and provides professional support to clients even in the most contentious cases.
ConclusionThe legal marketplace Consultant's service for supporting court cases regarding parental responsibility, contact with children and custody provides reliable support in sensitive family conflicts. We help protect your parental rights and the interests of your child in accordance with British law.