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We aim to help parents and guardians establish clear and beneficial arrangements for their children.
Using our blend of expertise and understanding, we try to achieve a resolution without resorting to the courtroom – this might be through straightforward communication, working with other solicitors, or a collaborative law method.
If an agreement outside of court seems out of reach, don't worry. We'll support you throughout the court proceedings, ensuring the process is as smooth as possible for both you and your children.
Our experienced team has assisted both parents and grandparents, dealing with varied scenarios, always aiming for a balanced and positive resolution for all parties involved.
What is child custody?
In the UK, the legal framework around child custody determines who will shoulder the primary care and responsibility of a child after a divorce or separation. The term 'custody' may also be described as 'residency', indicating the child's main home after parents choose to live apart.
Additionally, many child custody agreements incorporate provisions about visitation. This specifies when and how a particular individual named in the agreement can meet or spend quality time with the relevant child or children.
Navigating child custody can be a journey, and there are a few key things you and your partner will need to discuss together:
- Where your child will primarily live
- Setting up times for visits and sleepovers with each of you, including occasions such as birthdays and Christmas or other festivals
- Working out a fair way to support your child financially
- Deciding on any possible changes to your child’s names
- Choosing the right school for your child to attend.
What does child access or contact mean?
Child Access and Child Contact are just a way to say when and how someone can see and spend time with a child they don't live with. Depending on the circumstances this can also require supervision, but not always. Its purpose is to set up regular visits so the child can stay close to important people in their life and is usually set up for children under 16. Contact can also include keeping in touch in person or via calls, texts, and letters.
Navigating child custody and family disputes can be overwhelming. By consulting with Pickerings Family Law solicitors, we can prioritise your child's well-being and take the first step towards an amicable resolution. Call Richard Westley on 01827 317070 or email: family@pickerings-solicitors.com
