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Child Custody Solicitors
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Child Custody Solicitors
Child custody in the UK—often referred to as “child arrangements”—determines where a child lives and how much time they spend with each parent following a separation or divorce. The court’s primary goal is to serve the child’s best interests, which generally involves promoting stable relationships and open communication between both parents wherever possible.
Parminder KUMARI
Bradford BD1 5BD
Child Custody Solicitors Bradford
21 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Apex Family Law was set up by Parminder Kumari. She has specialised in family law since qualification in 2004. Parminder is a Resolution accredited specialist. Resolution is a group of professionals that believe in a non confrontational approach...
David Smith
Birmingham B14 7DY
Child Custody Solicitors Birmingham
11 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I joined Glover Priest in May 2019 having previously spent several years working as a family solicitor for Legal 500-ranked regional firms. I have a wealth of experience as a solicitor and deal with the full range of...
Bradie Pell
Sheffield S1 2DD
Child Custody Solicitors Sheffield
14 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Recommended in the Legal 500 2020, I am a partner and the head of the family law department at Graysons and have specialised in family law now for a number of years. With significant experience in family law,...
Helen Bowns
Warwickshire CV37 6YX
Child Custody Solicitors Warwickshire
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I have over twenty years’ experience in advising clients in relation to family law issue. I have particular expertise in representing clients with substantial wealth and have many cases involving family businesses, trusts and farms. I also advises...
Emma Roberts
Manchester M3 7BB
Child Custody Solicitors Manchester
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Emma joined Stephensons in 2019 as a solicitor in the family law department based in the Manchester office. She was made an associate later in the same year. Emma studied for her undergraduate degree at the University of...
Vince Adon
London EC4A 2AB
Child Custody Solicitors London
7 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I hold a first class honours degree in Law and also completed the Legal Practice Course at BPP Law School. With over 6 years' legal experience and more than 15 years in business, I have been able to...
Sarah-Jane Riddell
East Sussex BN3 5AA
Child Custody Solicitors East Sussex
32 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Sarah-Jane collaborative family lawyer and accredited mediator specialising in family law since 1993 at a range of large regional and smaller local firms; offers mediation (including MIAMs) with regard to all issues relating to both children and finances;...
Thushara Collins
Benfleet SS7 5LD
Child Custody Solicitors Benfleet
18 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Thushara Collins, a lawyer based in Benfleet, brings 18 years of experience in family law, property matters, and estate planning, providing dedicated legal services to clients. Fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Punjabi, Thushara specializes in various areas,...
Nicola Palfrey
London W6 7PJ
Child Custody Solicitors London
19 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
With 19 years of experience, Nicola Palfrey is a dynamic and highly skilled solicitor specializing in criminal law, family law, employment law, and civil litigation. Fluent in Arabic, English, German, and Italian, Nicola provides expert legal services to...
Pardeep Jassal
Dudley DY1 1JF
Child Custody Solicitors Dudley
13 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
I head the Family Department at Wright Solicitors and undertake supervision for the relevant staff. My experience in Family matters is extensive and I have acted for parties involved in divorce proceedings, dissolution of civil partnership proceedings and...
Joanne CLARKE
Bournemouth BH8 8EX
Child Custody Solicitors Bournemouth
20 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 20 years of experience, Joanne Clarke specializes in family law, offering expert legal services in divorce, child custody, adoption, and domestic violence matters. She has particular expertise in divorce, financial settlements, cohabitation agreements, and surrogacy issues, including...
Anne Shears
Plymouth PL4 9BD
Child Custody Solicitors Plymouth
18 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
I qualified in 2007 and have practised family law in Plymouth since 2009. I joined Nash & Co in January 2017 and specialise in divorce cases and in resolving financial matters that arise from the breakdown of a...
Graham Twist
Liverpool L3 1HU
Child Custody Solicitors Liverpool
10 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I am a Solicitor and Director at Michael Rose & Baylis Solicitors. I joined the firm in August 2015 and took on the role of Director in July 2018. I deal with all aspects of private Family Law...
Hollingsworth Edwards Solicitors
Solicitors London W6 7PJ
Child Custody Solicitors
5 Solicitors
Does not accept legal aid
Hollingsworth Edwards is a highly reputable and successful West London based law firm who represents clients nationwide and overseas. We understand that when you instruct a solicitor you are making a very important decision. Our team believe it’s...
Joanne Gilholm
Hampshire PO16 7BL
Child Custody Solicitors Hampshire
26 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
I specialise in all aspects of family law, and my expertise embraces all aspects of marital and relationship breakdown. I advise on the financial issues following a separation and where children are involved. I deal with the often...
What does child custody mean in the UK?
- Child Arrangements Orders: These legal orders set out where the child lives and the contact they have with the other parent.
- Shared vs. Sole Custody: Shared custody involves both parents having significant care responsibilities, while sole custody grants primary care to one parent (though contact is still encouraged for the other).
- Best interests principle: Decisions are guided by factors such as the child’s welfare, their wishes (depending on age and understanding), and each parent’s ability to meet their needs.
- Parental responsibility: Both parents typically have the legal authority to make decisions regarding education, healthcare, and general welfare, unless the court limits these rights.
How can a solicitor help with child custody, and what does it cost?
A family solicitor can:
- Provide legal advice: Explaining your rights and responsibilities under the Children Act 1989 and helping you understand your options.
- Negotiate arrangements: Aiming to reach an amicable solution through mediation or direct negotiation before resorting to court.
- Represent you in court: If an agreement can’t be reached, the solicitor will present your case, gather evidence, and advocate for an order that supports your child’s best interests.
Costs vary depending on the complexity of your situation and the solicitor’s experience. Many charge £150–£300 per hour, although fixed-fee packages may be available for more straightforward cases (such as drafting a consent order). More complex disputes—like contested custody—may involve higher fees due to extended court proceedings. An initial consultation allows you to discuss your circumstances, estimate costs, and determine the best way to secure a positive outcome for your child.
Angela Lally
Leeds LS25 5BQ
Child Custody Solicitors Leeds
23 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I have been qualified as a solicitor since 2002, specialising in all areas of family law. For the last 10 years I have focused my practice on matrimonial finances, which has enabled me to build a niche case...
Rakhi Singal
London WC2B 9RZ
Child Custody Solicitors London
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I am Founder and Director at RVS Solicitors. Years of experience in Family Law, have led me to heading our Family Law Department, where I lead a team of equally talented lawyers with a passion for Family Law....
Heather Meakin
Liverpool L3 1HU
Child Custody Solicitors Liverpool
7 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I joined Michael Rose & Baylis in December 2015 and qualified as a Solicitors in July 2018. I have specialised my Family Law expertise in Divorce and the division of Matrimonial Finances since joining the team. However, since...
Jacqueline MCCAULAY
Surrey SM3 9AA
Child Custody Solicitors Surrey
24 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Jacqueline joined Brand & Co in 2008 having spent the previous 10 years at a Legal 500 firm in West Sussex. Jacqueline became a partner at Brand & Co in 2011. Jacqueline has for the last 18 years...
Hannah Magee
Cardiff CF10 3BZ
Child Custody Solicitors Cardiff
19 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Ranked in Chambers and Partners as the 'Associate to watch', Hannah Magee is a family law specialist and deals with all areas of family law including divorce, cohabitation disputes, children and ancillary financial matters. Hannah is a member...
Zharna Sutaria
Middlesex HA5 3EF
Child Custody Solicitors Middlesex
27 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I was admitted as a solicitor in 1998 and have been practising family law exclusively for the last 20 years. I am a Law Society accredited Family Law specialist and a member of Resolution, an organisation which adopts...
David WINNETT
Nottingham NG1 5BS
Child Custody Solicitors Nottingham
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
David Winnett is a highly experienced family law solicitor and a partner in the Family Law Team at Hopkins Solicitors in Nottingham, with 29 years of experience in the field. He qualified in 1996 and joined the firm...
Ademola AKILO
Luton LU1 2QH
Child Custody Solicitors Luton
27 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
Ademola AKILO, a lawyer based in Luton, brings over 27 years of experience in a wide range of legal fields, including criminal law, fraud, motoring, family law, divorce, civil partnerships, immigration litigation, court claims, and healthcare law. Ademola...
Amanda Rimmer
Wigan WN3 5BA
Child Custody Solicitors Wigan
32 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I am a Partner in the family law team at Stephensons. I joined Stephensons in 1992 and have specialised in family law ever since. Separation and family disputes can bring a variety of situations which require careful management,...
Gemma Stevens
Plymouth PL4 9BD
Child Custody Solicitors Plymouth
18 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
I qualified as a Solicitor in 2007 having completed my Law degree at Plymouth University and the Legal Practice course at Exeter University. Practicing in the South West since qualification, I deal with all aspects of family law,...
Joy Edu
London SE13 6EE
Child Custody Solicitors London
16 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
Joy Edu is a highly experienced solicitor based in London, specializing in **Private and Public Children Law** and **Family Law**. She is an **Accredited Specialist Family Lawyer** and a proud member of The Law Society’s **Family Law Panel**,...
Helen Boynton
Wigan WN6 0HQ
Child Custody Solicitors Wigan
28 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I joined Pilgrim Hope Solicitors as a Consultant Family Lawyer in 2019. I qualified as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives in 1997 and I have specialised in the area of matrimonial and family law...
Calum WHELAN
Liverpool L5 6PX
Child Custody Solicitors Liverpool
8 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I am a solicitor at Paul Crowley & Co, having joined the firm in 2019 and deal solely with divorce, separation and associated financial matters. I have a keen interest in this area of law having focused on...
Catherine Watkins
Cwmbran NP44 1UG
Child Custody Solicitors Cwmbran
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Catherine Watkins is a seasoned family and property lawyer based in Cwmbran, with 29 years of experience. She speaks both English and Welsh and does not accept legal aid. As a key member of Newbold Solicitors, Catherine specialises...
Hollie Symon
Southend-on-Sea SS2 6HZ
Child Custody Solicitors Southend-on-Sea
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Hollie obtained her LLB (Hons) in 2009, before passing the Legal Practice Course with distinction in 2010 at Anglia Ruskin University. Hollie undertook her training contract at an Essex firm and qualified as a solicitor in 2012. Hollie...
5 Solicitors Family Law (Area of expertise might be Child Custody)
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Ekra Afzal
Halifax HX1 2QR
Child Custody Solicitors Halifax
9 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 9 years of experience, Ekra Afzal provides expert legal representation in criminal law, family law, immigration, and litigation. Having handled over 300 immigration cases and 350 criminal and personal injury matters, she brings extensive knowledge and dedication...
Dr. Donald Macfarlane
London EC4V 5EF
Child Custody Solicitors London
22 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Dr. Macfarlane represents all sizes of business covering all their corporate and commercial needs. Whether it is contract reviews or an acquisition of or for your business. As a trusted adviser he brings experience, technical, governance and compliance...
Zubair RASHEED
Birmingham B16 8SP
Child Custody Solicitors Birmingham
14 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
I aim to lead in each practice and area of law I work in. Coming from an in-depth understanding of law and industry, capitalising on extensive experience, I provide hands-on advice that speaks the language of our client’s...
Amanda Vermeulen
Solihull B90 8AB
Child Custody Solicitors Solihull
19 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Amanda is a solicitor who qualified in 2006 and specialises in family law and personal injury as well as civil litigation. She holds degrees from the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University. Background Amanda has worked for...
Osman Zulfiqar
Bradford BD8 9HL
Child Custody Solicitors Bradford
22 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Osman Zulfiqar is a solicitor with over 22 years of experience, specializing in litigation, dispute resolution, and family law. With a passion for justice, he has built a strong reputation for delivering successful outcomes for his clients. Osman...