Solicitors Child Custody

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.

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...

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...

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,...

Jacqueline MCCAULAY

Surrey SM3 9AA

Child Custody Solicitors Surrey

24 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Jacqueline McCaulay is a highly experienced family law solicitor based in Surrey, with 24 years of expertise in divorce, matrimonial finance, and children matters. She provides tailored legal solutions to clients facing complex family law issues, ensuring a...

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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....

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.

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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 & Barry and cover South wales & Bristol, with 29 years of legal expertise. Fluent in both English and Welsh, Catherine is a key member of...

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,...

Calum WHELAN

Liverpool L5 6PX

Child Custody Solicitors Liverpool

8 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Calum Whelan is an experienced solicitor based in Liverpool, specializing in family law, divorce, and wills, trusts, and estates. With eight years of legal experience, he is a key member of Paul Crowley & Co, where he has...

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...

Ian Winrow

Caernarfon LL55 4DA

Child Custody Solicitors Caernarfon

11 years of experience

Accepts legal aid in Child Custody

Ian Winrow is an experienced solicitor with 11 years of legal practice, specializing in employment law, family law, immigration, litigation, and financial services. With a strong academic background, including a first-class law degree from Bangor University, Ian combines...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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Taslim Khan

Uxbridge UB8 1QG

Child Custody Solicitors Uxbridge

22 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Taslim Khan is an experienced solicitor based in Uxbridge, with 22 years of legal practice. She is fluent in English, French, Punjabi, and Urdu, allowing her to serve a diverse range of clients effectively. Over the years, Taslim...

Jignesh Patel

Middlesex HA1 3LL

Child Custody Solicitors Middlesex

8 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

Jignesh Patel is a solicitor based in Middlesex with 8 years of experience. He graduated with an LLB (Hons) in Law from the University of Reading and completed his LPC at the University of Law. Jignesh began his...

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,...

Kevin Wilson

Bolton BL1 4NB

Child Custody Solicitors Bolton

20 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

With 20 years of experience in law, Kevin Wilson is a highly qualified solicitor based at Bradshaw Legal, specializing in Fraud, Employment, Family Law, Divorce, and Litigation. Kevin has built a reputable practice focusing on providing effective legal...

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...

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