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Going through a separation when there are children involved can feel overwhelming, however, it is important to have a legal agreement that sets out child arrangements for the purposes of stability. When doing this, it is highly recommended to have the guidance of an experienced child law solicitor as the process can be complex.
Our child law solicitors in Chepstow have years of experience assisting families in putting these arrangements in place, we understand that this is an emotional and stressful time so we always approach each case with compassion and sensitivity. We will ensure that you are listened to and that your concerns are addressed, as well as doing everything we can to protect your best interests.
At HPJV, our child law solicitors in Chepstow are also at hand to guide you through a range of legal processes associated with family life, such as adoption and surrogacy.
Our child law solicitors in Chepstow are committed to providing an excellent service with child law advice tailored to your specific situation. Our solicitors are friendly and professional, giving practical and clear advice as well as close personal support throughout the entire process.
Contact our child law solicitors
To speak to one of our expert child law solicitors in Chepstow, you can call our Chepstow office on 01291 843120 , or email us at enquiries@hpjv.co.uk. Alternatively, you can use our easy-to-use contact form. At HPJV, accessibility is important to us, which is why we offer disabled access and facilities at our Chepstow, Newport and Cardiff offices. We also are happy to discuss legal aid options at each of our offices.
Our child law expertise
We deal with a full range of child law services, including:
- Child arrangement orders
- Consent orders
- Parental responsibility
- Adoption
- Specific issue orders
- Prohibited steps orders
Child arrangement orders
Our child arrangement solicitors in Chepstow have years of experience helping clients navigate the complexities of child arrangement orders. We can assist with matters such as where children should live, who they can see, child maintenance, relocation issues and grandparent’s rights. We can also handle more specific cases, such as changing your child’s surname.
Our child law solicitors in Chepstow always advise settling matters outside of court, through mediation or negotiation if possible, due to this process being less expensive and more time efficient. However, should these methods fail, we are more than happy to represent you in court should you need it.
Consent orders
If you are your ex-partner are able to agree amicably on arrangements for your children, you will then be able to have these arrangements converted into a legally binding order by the court. We recommend having a consent order to avoid any disagreements in the future.
Our child law solicitors in Chepstow are able to create a draft order from your agreement and then apply to the court to have it approved. We will make sure to deal with all of the paperwork and legalities involved in this process.
Parental responsibility
Another aspect of child law that we can advise on is parental responsibility, which is related to the legal rights, duties, powers and authority that a parent has surrounding the upbringing of their child. Parents who have parental responsibility, have an obligation to come to agreements on important issues surrounding their child’s upbringing.
If the two parents cannot agree on certain issues, either parent can apply to the Family Court to assist in these important decisions. Our child law solicitors in Chepstow can assist with this process, taking care of any documentation that needs completing and being by your side throughout.
Adoption
When deciding to bring a child into your home through adoption, it is crucial that you follow the appropriate legal processes. When doing so, it is important that you have an experienced adoption solicitor by your side. Adoption can be a complex process with many formalities involved, so it's important to be fully informed of what is required of you before initiating the process.
Our specialist child law solicitors in Chepstow are able to provide tailored advice to your specific circumstances, assisting you with the intricacies of the adoption process whilst making it as smooth and stress-free as possible, allowing you to focus on preparing for the arrival of the new child.
Specific issue orders
A specific issue order is normally used in a specific situation, for example, whether the child should change their name(s), whether they should go forward with a particular medical treatment and whether the child should receive religious or non-religious education, amongst many other scenarios.
Our solicitors have a wide breadth of experience in this niche area of child law and would be happy to assist you with your case. We will have detailed discussions with you about the best possible options for you and will provide excellent legal support during the process.
Prohibited steps orders
Prohibited steps orders are utilised in certain situations to prevent an action from occurring. This may be to prevent a child from being taken out of the country without a parent’s consent, restrict contact with certain individuals or safeguard a child from access to specific resources or environments. This is a relatively specialised area within child law, however, our team of child law solicitors in Chepstow have extensive experience within this aspect of the law and are available to help guide you through this process.
We take these cases very seriously and will do everything within our power to obtain the best result for you and your children. We will have detailed discussions with you to address any concerns you may have and will provide excellent children's legal advice and support during this process. We understand that these situations can be stressful, so we take the extra time to make sure that your mind is put at ease, whilst handling all of the complex legalities of the prohibited steps order process.
Contact our child law solicitors
To speak to one of our expert child law solicitors in Chepstow, you can call our Chepstow office on 01291 843120, or email us at enquiries@hpjv.co.uk. Alternatively, you can use our easy-to-use contact form. At hpjv, accessibility is important to us, which is why we offer disabled access and facilities at our Chepstow, Newport and Cardiff offices. We also are happy to discuss legal aid options at each of our offices.
