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Solicitors Child Custody

  • 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.

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.

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.

Child Custody Solicitors

Ruth TAYLOR

Northampton NN2 6EZ

Ruth TAYLOR solicitor Child Custody Northampton

Child Custody Solicitor Northampton

29 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 Legal Executive and later as a Solicitor in 1997. Ruth has worked exclusively in family law throughout her career, which...

Michela Hughes

London EC4V 5EF

Michela Hughes solicitor Child Custody London

Child Custody Solicitor London

27 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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, child custody, adoption, child support, sexual offences, property division, and children...

Salmaan Islam

Essex RM1 1DA

Salmaan Islam solicitor Child Custody Essex

Child Custody Solicitor Essex

19 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 to a diverse client base. He does not accept legal aid cases but offers...

Sarah-Jane Riddell

East Sussex BN3 5AA

Sarah-Jane Riddell solicitor Child Custody East Sussex

Child Custody Solicitor East Sussex

33 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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; committed to finding non-adversarial and cost-effective solutions to ...

Hollie Symon

Southend-on-Sea SS2 6HZ

Hollie Symon solicitor Child Custody Southend-on-Sea

Child Custody Solicitor Southend-on-Sea

14 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 has experience of working in private practice and at a local authority, as an in-house so...

Catherine Watkins

Cwmbran NP44 1UG

Catherine Watkins solicitor Child Custody Cwmbran

Child Custody Solicitor Cwmbran

30 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 Newbold Solicitors, where she specializes in family law, divorce, civil partnerships, and litigatio...

Vince Adon

London EC4A 2AB

Vince Adon solicitor Child Custody London

Child Custody Solicitor London

8 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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, he holds a first-class honours degree...

David Smith

Birmingham B14 7DY

David Smith solicitor Child Custody Birmingham

Child Custody Solicitor Birmingham

12 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 private family matters including separation and divorce, property and financial matters, children matters re...

Amanda Rimmer

Wigan WN3 5BA

Amanda Rimmer solicitor Child Custody Wigan

Child Custody Solicitor Wigan

33 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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, advice and support and as a specialist family lawyer experience has shown that all situations ar...

Chris BARBER

Cardiff CF10 3RS

Chris BARBER solicitor Child Custody Cardiff

Child Custody Solicitor Cardiff

15 years of experience

Accepts legal aid

At a glance : 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. Chris also represents large financial companies in civil litigati...

Zharna Sutaria

Middlesex HA5 3EF

Zharna Sutaria solicitor Child Custody Middlesex

Child Custody Solicitor Middlesex

28 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 the principle of a non-confrontational and constructive approach to all family issues. I have extensive exp...

Heather Meakin

Liverpool L3 1HU

Heather Meakin solicitor Child Custody Liverpool

Child Custody Solicitor Liverpool

8 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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, and a client-focused approach. Heather does not accept legal aid. In D...

David WINNETT

Nottingham NG1 5BS

David WINNETT solicitor Child Custody Nottingham

Child Custody Solicitor Nottingham

30 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 in 2002. David is a leading expert in Collaborative Family Law, a progressive and non-confrontational approac...

Ademola AKILO

Luton LU1 2QH

Ademola AKILO solicitor Child Custody Luton

Child Custody Solicitor Luton

28 years of experience

Accepts legal aid

At a glance : 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 is a versatile and dedicated solicitor, eager to take on new challeng...

Parminder KUMARI

Bradford BD1 5BD

Parminder KUMARI solicitor Child Custody Bradford

Child Custody Solicitor Bradford

22 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 2004. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, Parminder provides accessible ...

Jacqueline MCCAULAY

Surrey SM3 9AA

Jacqueline MCCAULAY solicitor Child Custody Surrey

Child Custody Solicitor Surrey

25 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 strategic and compassionate approach. Jacqueline has dedicated the ...

Michelle Camacho

London EC3V 3ND

Michelle Camacho solicitor Child Custody London

Child Custody Solicitor London

29 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : In my almost 22 years, as a Family Lawyer I would say the most rewarding aspect of what I do is build relationships with my clients and help them to successfully move on with their lives without all of the drama. I meet clients at what is probably the worst time of their lives when they are often angry, confused and very di...

Graham Twist

Liverpool L3 1HU

Graham Twist solicitor Child Custody Liverpool

Child Custody Solicitor Liverpool

11 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 and medical negligence claims. Since joining the firm i...

Bradie Pell

Sheffield S1 2DD

Bradie Pell solicitor Child Custody Sheffield

Child Custody Solicitor Sheffield

15 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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, I deal with the whole spectrum of legal issues that affect families, including divorce, separation, finances, injunc...

Angela Lally

Leeds LS25 5BQ

Angela Lally solicitor Child Custody Leeds

Child Custody Solicitor Leeds

24 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 on a range of matters, including uncontested divorce, child custody, adoption, child...

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Nilu Bhatti

Berkshire RG45 7AX

Nilu Bhatti solicitor Child Custody Berkshire

Family Law Solicitor Berkshire

34 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : I joined Rowberrys in 1999 as a Partner and have many years’ experience in all areas of law, but with particular focus on Family Law. I also handle other work for Rowberrys’ clients, including Personal Injury claims, Contract and Civil Litigation. I am also a trained Mediator. Whatever the nature of the work I take on, my a...

Richard Boateng

Middlesex HA1 3RA

Richard Boateng solicitor Child Custody Middlesex

Family Law Solicitor Middlesex

25 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : Richard Boateng is a solicitor based in Middlesex with 24 years of experience across multiple legal disciplines, including criminal law, employment law, family law, immigration, bankruptcy, and consumer rights. His extensive expertise and dynamic approach enable him to provide innovative and effective legal solutions to his...

James Byrne

Stockport SK5 7DL

James Byrne solicitor Child Custody Stockport

Family Law Solicitor Stockport

35 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : James Byrne is an experienced solicitor based in Stockport, with a career spanning over four decades. He graduated from Manchester University Law School in 1986 and qualified as a solicitor in 1990. Throughout his extensive career, James has built a wealth of legal experience, handling thousands of personal injury, employme...

Calum WHELAN

Liverpool L5 6PX

Calum WHELAN solicitor Child Custody Liverpool

Family Law Solicitor Liverpool

9 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

At a glance : 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 been practicing since 2019, focusing exclusively on divorce, separation, and financial matters aris...

Dr. Donald Macfarlane

London EC4V 5EF

Dr. Donald Macfarlane solicitor Child Custody London

Family Law Solicitor London

23 years of experience

Does not accept legal aid

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