Plain speaking divorce, family and property law solicitors.

Issues relating to children require sensitive and expert handling. FLC have extensive experience in acting for parents and children in difficult residence and contact disputes. We can also advise in relation to applications by the local authority to place a child into care and Public Funding is automatically available for representation in any of these types of Court proceedings, regardless of financial means.

Sometimes, a parent may wish to permanently remove a child from England and Wales to live elsewhere without the other parent's agreement. Whether you are the parent seeking to do this, or the parent who opposes it, we can represent and advise you. If you believe there is an imminent risk of abduction, either to another country or just from your immediate care, there are emergency steps that can be taken to prevent the removal and protect the child. Urgent legal advice should be sought in these circumstances.

If appropriate, and as an alternative to Court proceedings, we can refer you to one of the mediation services available to help parents work out the best arrangements for the children through a child-centred approach.