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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.
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...
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...
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...
Michela Hughes
London EC4V 5EF
Child Custody Solicitors London
26 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Michela Hughes is the matrimonial and family partner at SBP Law, based in London, with 26 years of experience in family law. She specialises in a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, uncontested divorce, spousal support,...
Parminder KUMARI
Bradford BD1 5BD
Child Custody Solicitors Bradford
21 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Parminder Kumari is a highly experienced solicitor based in Bradford, specialising in family law with 21 years of expertise. She founded Apex Family Law and has been dedicated to helping families resolve legal issues since her qualification in...
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....
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...
Gemma Stevens
Plymouth PL4 9BD
Child Custody Solicitors Plymouth
18 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
Gemma Stevens is an experienced family law solicitor based in Plymouth, with 18 years of practice in the field. She qualified as a solicitor in 2007 after completing her Law degree at Plymouth University and the Legal Practice...
Ruth TAYLOR
Northampton NN2 6EZ
Child Custody Solicitors Northampton
28 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Ruth Taylor is a highly experienced family law solicitor with 28 years of expertise in the field. She began her career in family law in 1985 as a secretary to a family law solicitor before qualifying as a...
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,...
Helen Bowns
Warwickshire CV37 6YX
Child Custody Solicitors Warwickshire
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Helen Bowns is a solicitor based in Warwickshire with 29 years of experience in family law. She specializes in divorce, child custody, adoption, child support, domestic violence and abuse, property division, and children law, including civil partnerships. With...
Michelle Ellis
Stowmarket IP14 1ED
Child Custody Solicitors Stowmarket
23 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Michelle is an experienced family law solicitor and collaborative lawyer with over 30 years experience. Specialising in divorce, separation, finances, child disputes and pre-nuptial agreements. Michelle offers an initial fixed fee interview for up to an hour for...
Catherine Watkins
Cwmbran NP44 1UG
Child Custody Solicitors Cwmbran
29 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Catherine Watkins is an experienced family and property lawyer based in Cwmbran, with 29 years of legal expertise. Fluent in both English and Welsh, Catherine is a key member of Newbold Solicitors, where she specializes in family law,...
Salmaan Islam
Essex RM1 1DA
Child Custody Solicitors Essex
18 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Salmaan Islam is a highly experienced lawyer based in Essex, with 18 years of expertise in employment law, family law, divorce, litigation, bankruptcy, and consumer rights. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, he provides legal services tailored...
Anne Shears
Plymouth PL4 9BD
Child Custody Solicitors Plymouth
18 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
Anne Shears is a solicitor based in Plymouth with 18 years of experience specializing in family law and divorce. She provides expert legal services tailored to resolving financial matters and family disputes. In Family Law and Divorce, Anne...
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.
Joanne Gilholm
Hampshire PO16 7BL
Child Custody Solicitors Hampshire
26 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
Joanne Gilholm is a highly experienced family lawyer based in Hampshire, with 26 years of expertise in handling complex and sensitive family law matters. Since qualifying in 1999 as a Chartered Legal Executive, she has dedicated her career...
Kiran Kaur
Guildford GU1 2AB
Child Custody Solicitors Guildford
15 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Kiran Kaur is an experienced solicitor based in Guildford, with 15 years of expertise in employment law, family law, divorce, and healthcare-related legal matters. As a key member of C P Law Associates, which was established in 2014,...
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...
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...
Graham Twist
Liverpool L3 1HU
Child Custody Solicitors Liverpool
10 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Graham Twist is an experienced solicitor specializing in Family Law, Divorce, and Healthcare-related legal matters. As a Director at Michael Rose & Baylis Solicitors, he is dedicated to providing expert legal representation to clients facing complex family disputes...
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;...
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...
Joy Edu
London SE13 6EE
Child Custody Solicitors London
16 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
Joy Edu is an experienced solicitor based in London, specializing in family law, including both private and public children law, as well as immigration, wills, trusts, and estate matters. With 16 years of experience, Joy is an Accredited...
Vince Adon
London EC4A 2AB
Child Custody Solicitors London
7 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Vince Adon is a London-based lawyer with seven years of experience, specializing in a diverse range of legal areas, including education, employment, family law, divorce, mediation, immigration, litigation, bankruptcy, conveyancing, and consumer rights. With a strong academic background,...
Raj Nair
Preston PR4 0LW
Child Custody Solicitors Preston
26 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Raj Nair, a lawyer based in Preston, is a long-established professional with over 26 years of experience in leading areas of law. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Raj offers comprehensive legal services in various fields, including: Family...
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 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...
Angela Lally
Leeds LS25 5BQ
Child Custody Solicitors Leeds
23 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Angela Lally is a solicitor based in Leeds with 23 years of experience specializing in family law and divorce. She provides expert legal services tailored to matrimonial finances and family matters. In Family Law and Divorce, Angela advises...
Chris BARBER
Cardiff CF10 3RS
Child Custody Solicitors Cardiff
14 years of experience
Accepts legal aid in Child Custody
Chris Barber is an experienced solicitor based in Cardiff with 14 years of legal practice, specializing in family law, civil litigation, and employment law. He has extensive experience handling family matters such as cohabitation, divorce, and child disputes....
Heather Meakin
Liverpool L3 1HU
Child Custody Solicitors Liverpool
7 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Heather Meakin is a solicitor based in Liverpool with seven years of experience in Family Law, Divorce, Wills, Trusts, and Estate matters. She provides expert legal guidance tailored to the needs of individuals and families, ensuring clarity, efficiency,...
5 Solicitors Family Law (Area of expertise might be Child Custody)
We recommend contacting one of the solicitors listed below, as their area of practice is relevant to your enquiry.
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...
Shah Ali
London E1 2LX
Child Custody Solicitors London
13 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Shah Ali is a highly accomplished solicitor based in London, with 13 years of experience in family law, immigration, intellectual property, bankruptcy, conveyancing, and wills, trusts, and estates. As the founding Senior Partner of Waterstone Solicitors, he has...
Sophie DONOVAN
Child Custody Solicitors
12 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Sophie Donovan is an experienced solicitor based in the West Midlands, specializing in a wide range of legal areas, including family law, Wills and probate, debt recovery, and residential conveyancing. With 12 years of experience in the legal...
Sushil Gaikwad
London SE18 6FH
Child Custody Solicitors London
15 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
With 15 years of experience, Sushil Gaikwad specializes in a wide range of legal areas, including employment, family law, commercial law, and financial services. He offers expert legal services in areas such as dispute resolution, immigration, intellectual property,...
Osman Zulfiqar
Bradford BD8 9HL
Child Custody Solicitors Bradford
22 years of experience
Does not accept legal aid
Osman Zulfiqar is a highly experienced solicitor with over 22 years of expertise in litigation, dispute resolution, and family law. As the founder of Prolegis Solicitors, he is committed to providing strategic, results-driven legal representation with a client-focused...