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Opinion  |  28:09:26
Facing a Hague Return Application While Alleging Domestic Abuse: a Practical UK Guide
This article originally appeared on Global Law Experts. This guide is for parents (and their lawyers) in England and Wales defending a Hague Convention return application where domestic abuse, coercive control or risk of significant harm is alleged.
Opinion  |  28:09:26
Relocating a Child Overseas, Negotiate Consent or Start a Court Application in England and Wales? Practical Risks and Choices
This article originally appeared on Global Law Experts. This guide sets out a clear decision pathway for parents and carers in England and Wales: when to negotiate consent first, when to prepare a court application, and why relocating without a legal basis carries serious risks.
Opinion  |  28:09:26
How to Secure a Parental Order in the UK After Overseas Surrogacy
This article originally appeared on Global Law Experts. This is a practical guide for intended parents who used surrogacy overseas and need to secure a parental order in England and Wales, covering eligibility, documents, timing, what to do when consent is unavailable, and how immigration affects the child’s legal status.
Opinion  |  28:09:26
Child Wrongfully Taken Abroad, Immediate Steps for Parents (UK)
This article originally appeared on Global Law Experts. This guide is written for parents and carers in England and Wales who suspect or have discovered that a child has been removed overseas without consent.
Opinion  |  22:09:26
What should you do in the first 24 hours of an international child abduction case?
It can be gravely distressing when a child is removed from their home, and taken to another country without the consent of the other parent or holder of parental responsibility. When learning that a child has been abducted, there are some first steps that should be considered.
Opinion  |  22:09:26
What is a parental order and when should you apply for one
Parental orders are an essential step for intended parents following a surrogacy arrangement, transferring legal parenthood from the surrogate to the child's parents. Understanding the process and key deadlines can help ensure your family's legal rights are protected.
Opinion  |  03:09:26
The holiday has ended — but your child has not returned: what now?
When a child is abducted from a country that is not a signatory to the 1980 Hague Convention and brought to England and Wales, parents are often uncertain about what legal remedies are available. Whilst the Hague Convention may not apply to the country from which the child was taken, that does not mean there is no legal route to seek the child's return.
Opinion  |  12:08:26
What happens if a child is taken to a country which is not part of the Hague Convention? Your options explained
When a child is wrongfully taken to another country or retained there without the consent of the other parent, many people assume that the 1980 Hague Convention is the only mechanism to secure the child’s return. However, when a country is not a signatory to the 1980 Hague Convention there may be other options available to assist in securing a child’s return.
Opinion  |  12:08:26
What happens if a child is taken from a country which is not part of the Hague Convention and brought to England? Your options explained
When a child is abducted from a country that is not a signatory to the 1980 Hague Convention and brought to England and Wales, parents are often uncertain about what legal remedies are available. Whilst the Hague Convention may not apply to the country from which the child was taken, that does not mean there is no legal route to seek the child's return.
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Opinion  |  13:07:26
How can you legally prevent a child from being taken abroad without consent?
If you are worried that your child may be taken abroad without your agreement, it is important to act quickly. In England and Wales, a child under 16 should not usually be taken out of the country unless everyone with parental responsibility agrees, or the court has given permission.
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Opinion  |  09:07:26
5 Myths About International Child Abduction
International child abduction is often misunderstood. The phrase itself can conjure up images of strangers, airports and dramatic removals, when in reality most cases involve loving parents, fractured relationships and urgent decisions made at moments of crisis. Here are five common myths.
Opinion  |  25:06:26
Travelling abroad with children this summer? Don’t overlook parental consent
This article answers some of the most common questions parents ask about travelling abroad with children, including when consent is required, how to document it properly, and what to do if there is a disagreement. If you are unsure about the legal framework that applies, you may also find it helpful to read our guide to parental responsibility, court orders, and international child arrangements.
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