Child Arrangement

“We encourage separated parties to communicate and arrange child care in the children’s best interests. If an agreement cannot be reached, we can assist in negotiations and provide court representation if necessary.

While the court’s starting point is to avoid making child arrangement orders, the child’s welfare is the primary concern. Our experienced solicitors can fully advise you on the ‘Welfare Checklist,’ which includes factors such as the child’s wishes, their needs, and potential harm.

• The ascertainable wishes and feelings of the child concerned (considered in light of their age and understanding)
• Their physical, emotional and/or educational needs
• The likely effect on the child of any change in his circumstances
• Their age, sex, background and any characteristics, which the court considers relevant
• Any harm which the child has suffered or is at risk of suffering
• How capable each of the parents and any other person in relation to whom the court considers the question to be relevant, is of meeting their needs
• The range of powers available to the court under the Children Act 1989 in the proceedings in question.