Parental Responsibility Solicitors
Expert Legal Guidance from Parental Responsibility Solicitors
Legal cases involving families are often tense and stressful, especially those surrounding parental responsibility. Whether seeking to determine appropriate child arrangements or handling the best interests of a child, it is essential to be guided by a specialist in parental responsibility laws as early as possible.
Parental responsibility encompasses everything from helping to determine a child’s education to consenting to their medical treatment.
Understanding Parental Responsibility
In general, mothers automatically have parental responsibility. Married fathers also automatically have parental responsibility, which is not lost upon divorce. However, an unmarried father, step-father, step-mother, or grandparent does not have automatic parental responsibility.
There are many instances where an individual may wish to obtain parental responsibility to ensure that a child is properly cared for by the appropriate person. This can be done by entering into a parental responsibility agreement or gaining a parental responsibility order directly from the court.
In both instances, it is advisable to seek legal guidance from experienced parental responsibility solicitors before commencing your course of action.
How Can Fahrenheit Law Help?
At Fahrenheit Law, our multidisciplinary team is highly experienced in all areas of family law. We treat each case with compassion and empathy while offering up-to-date, clear, and informed legal guidance. With both a local focus and a national presence, our offices across the UK ensure we remain connected to local communities while enjoying the benefits of a larger organization.
With a multilingual team from diverse backgrounds, our expertise in family law provides our clients with the peace of mind they need to resolve their disputes as quickly and efficiently as possible. At every stage, we will keep you fully informed and engaged with the process.
What If I Can’t Afford a Solicitor?
If you can’t afford a solicitor to guide you in matters of parental responsibility, you may qualify for legal aid. This system ensures that everyone has access to professional legal representation, regardless of their financial circumstances. However, this area of law was impacted by the LASPO cuts and is subject to strict requirements.
Applications for legal aid are assessed on a case-by-case basis, involving both means testing and the merits of your proposed legal application. All applications remain confidential.
Speak to a Member of Our Legal Team for Specialist Advice
At Fahrenheit Law, we know every case is individual, and we treat our clients with the utmost respect and dignity. If you need legal representation or advice regarding matters of parental responsibility laws impacting your family, we are happy to discuss your issue privately and help you decide on the best plan of action. Contact our parental responsibility solicitors today for expert legal assistance and support.
