In the UK, separated parents who share custody often find themselves confused when it comes to claiming child benefit. The welfare system's support is vital, but its complexities can leave you feeling lost. This comprehensive guide aims to shed light on who can claim child...
For separated or divorced parents, ensuring the financial well-being of their children is a paramount concern. In the UK, the legal obligation to provide child maintenance often arises, but uncertainties may linger around when this duty concludes. This comprehensive guide aims to clarify the intricate...
An emergency residence order is an order given to safeguard a child from ongoing risk; physical, mental, or emotional harm in situations of emergency. An application for an emergency residence order can be made by anyone who perceives a child is suffering, or his/her life...
It should be unsurprising that experiencing a parents' divorce can be very difficult for any child. The inevitable change in routine, housing location, not to mention the contention between their parents during the duration of the proceedings can take an enormous toll. Some studies have...
A Prohibited Steps Order is issued under Section 8 of the Children Act 1989 which is requested by one parent to ensure that the other parent does not continue to carry out a single particular action that involves a child or children from that relationship,...
As a civilized race, the safety and wellbeing of our children are paramount. While a perfect world would see all children have two parents, sadly, for numerous reasons, that is not always the case. Worse still, for some children, they have no option but to...
Divorce is technically an event which takes place between two people. However, when children are involved, the impact of the divorce is far from isolated to the married couple. Instead, the lives of everyone in the family structure can shift drastically. This shift is so...
In the UK, many grandparents have an essential role in supporting their grandchildren's upbringing. They collect them from school, take them for days out, have them for sleepovers, and some even live in their home. Sadly, at times of relationship or family breakdown, many grandparents...
If you wish to apply for a Residence Order (formerly known as custody) of your children, you will need to fill out a Children Act form C1 which you can access from the .gov website. The order that you will be asking the Court to...
The end of any relationship can be a strenuous and challenging time. Rife with emotion and stress, especially when the split has been particularly acrimonious. These feelings are compounded when children are involved. We have sadly seen many cases where offspring get caught in the...
Any separation or divorce can be a painful and tumultuous time, especially when children are involved. You’re not alone if you are finding hurt and bad feelings getting in the way of their best interests. If you are trying to negotiate the future wellbeing of...
