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We're here to protect your children and resolve family challenges. We want to get to know you to better understand concerns, and work together to achieve the best possible outcome.

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Let’s work together to put the needs of children first.

Every child is unique, so we approach each case sensitively, avoiding any unnecessary court action.

As recognised experts, we want to succeed together so take time to listen and understand the needs of you and your children.

Cost effective and confident in our ability, our experienced team supports clients with issues surrounding; Child arrangements payments, Social services, Care proceedings, Mediation, Court orders and more.

We aim to limit court interaction and its associated stress. We provide you with all the detail you need to fully understand challenges and answer any questions you may have.

  • Child maintenance support and legal advice

    Ideally, you’ll be able to agree child maintenance payments directly with your partner. But sadly, this isn’t always possible. We ensure that the fair amount is paid with your partner to help contribute towards necessary living costs.

  • Arrangements for your children

    As a parent you know your child’s needs better than any court. That’s why whenever it comes down to a dispute over where a child lives or who they get to see we always encourage you and your partner to reach an agreement, rather than have a decision imposed on you by a judge.

  • Mediation and dispute resolution

    Family mediation is less formal and intimidating than the court process and the decisions ultimately rest with the parents. Our family solicitors and mediators will help you reach an agreement outside the court, bringing benefits for all involved.

  • Social services and care proceedings

    Nobody wants to separate children from their natural parents. However, the Local Authority need to protect vulnerable children and this almost always puts them in conflict with parents. This makes child care proceedings complex and stressful, particularly for children. We will make sure that your views are always represented strongly and clearly.

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We are real lawyers who have real world experience in winning for our clients. Talk to us today and we can help you understand your options.

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