- conducting an interview with the client regarding the circumstances of the divorce, the child's residence, and contact with the other parent;
- analysis of the documents and evidence provided (correspondence, certificates, references, school reports);
- determining whether there are grounds for applying to the court for a Child Arrangement Order;
- preparing a written legal opinion with an analysis of risks, recommendations and possible strategies.
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Initial consultation and legal opinion4 £307.50
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Preparation for court proceedings or alternative dispute resolution14 £492.00
- analysis of the feasibility of a preliminary resolution through negotiation or mediation;
- advice on participation in a mandatory mediation meeting (MIAM);
- preparing the client's position for negotiations or mediation, including arguments based on the best interests of the child;
- drafting a child residence agreement (if an agreement can be reached without going to court).
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Support with filing documents with the court7 £615.00
- preparing the application to the court (form C100) and form C1A (if there are risks or cases of domestic violence);
- checking the completeness of the evidence;
- submitting the application to the Family Court at the child's place of residence;
- communicating with the court regarding the date of the hearing and sending documents to the other party.
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Preparing for the hearings and interacting with CAFCASS42 £738.00
- explaining the court proceedings and the role of CAFCASS in forming an opinion on the child's interests;
- preparing the client for the hearing (including speech, answers to questions);
- analysing the CAFCASS report and preparing comments on it (if necessary);
- representing or accompanying the client during preliminary hearings.
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Post-consultation support and enforcement of the court decision14 £369.00
- explaining the content of the court decision and the obligations of each party;
- assisting with the further implementation of the decision, including changing schools or places of residence;
- preparing an application to change the Child Arrangement Order (in case of new circumstances).
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Consultation on determining the child's place of residence after divorce (Child Arrangement Orders)
After divorce, parents need to officially determine who the child will live with and how the other parent will participate in the child's life. In the United Kingdom, these issues are regulated by a Child Arrangement Order, a court decision that determines key aspects of child care. The Consultant legal marketplace team provides professional advice to help you understand the process and prepare for further legal proceedings.
What is a Child Arrangement Order and when is it needed?
A Child Arrangement Order is a formal court order that decides:
- who the child will live with;
- how often and in what way the other parent will see the child;
- the arrangements for communication between the child and each parent.
This document is necessary when the parents cannot agree on the terms of custody or when one parent restricts the other's contact with the child. Professional advice allows you to assess your situation and prepare for possible legal action.
How to apply for a child residence order?
Preparing to apply for a Child Arrangement Order involves:
- attending a mandatory mediation meeting (MIAM), except in cases of domestic violence or urgent situations;
- completing the C100 court form;
- adding an additional C1A form if there are risk factors;
- submitting a package of documents to the Family Court where the child lives.
Our team provides comprehensive advisory support at this stage: checking documents, explaining the likely course of the case, analysing risks and preparing the client for interaction with CAFCASS, the service that assesses the child's welfare in court proceedings.
Consultation with a lawyer regarding the child's place of residence: how does it work?
During the consultation, you will receive:
- an assessment of the legal situation;
- an individual action plan;
- recommendations on how to prepare evidence (testimony, correspondence, medical certificates, school reports, etc.);
- a forecast of the duration of the case and possible outcomes.
We will also advise you on whether it is worth trying to reach an agreement with the other parent first, and if not, we will prepare you for the court proceedings. The consultation is provided by lawyers with experience in the family courts of England and Wales who adhere to the highest standards of professional ethics.
Conclusion
Consultation on determining the child's place of residence after divorce is the first and most important step towards the legal settlement of parental custody issues. The Consultant legal marketplace team will provide you with a competent assessment of the situation, advice on how to proceed and support in complex family disputes.
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