Child Law Solicitors
Helping You Navigate Legal Issues surrounding children with ease
We have a team of experienced family solicitors who are dedicated to providing you with the tailored legal advice and support.
Free 30 Minute Consultation
Fixed Fees and Payment Plans
Rated Excellent 4.9/5
20 + Years Experience
Rated Excellent 4.9
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Haris Qureshi
Haris Law Solicitors
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Compassionate Legal Support for Child Law Matters
The legal process can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to child law. Whether you're facing acrimonious or amicable situations, dealing with issues concerning your children is never easy.
At Haris Law Solicitors, we offer compassionate and supportive guidance to help you navigate these challenges with confidence. Our team of skilled child law solicitors is here to provide the reassurance you need, ensuring that you're never alone throughout the process.
We have extensive experience supporting a variety of families, from parents to grandparents and extended family members. We understand the emotional complexities involved and approach every case with sensitivity, always keeping the child’s best interests at the forefront.
Our team assists with a range of child law issues, including contact arrangements, custody, and maintenance. Whether through negotiation or court proceedings, our aim is to resolve disputes in a way that promotes stability and the well-being of your child.
Let us handle the legal challenges while you focus on your family’s future. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Track Record of Success
No Legal Jargon
Client Focused
Flexible Fee Structure
Unit 9, Ramsgreave Business Park, Pleckgate Road, Blackburn BB1 8RP
Making the process as smooth and as straighforward as possible
At Haris Law Solicitors, we understand that Child Law matters can be overwhelming. Our goal is to provide you with expert support and guidance every step of the way, ensuring you feel informed, confident, and in control throughout the process.
Child Arrangements Order
A Child Arrangements Order sets out where a child will live and how much time they will spend with each parent or family member. We guide you through the process of securing a fair arrangement that prioritises the child's best interests, whether through agreement or court proceedings.
Rights for Grandparents
Grandparents have a legal right to apply for contact with their grandchildren if they are being denied access. We provide expert advice on how grandparents can establish and maintain meaningful relationships with their grandchildren, ensuring their rights are protected.
Special Guardianship Orders
A Special Guardianship Order grants a person (usually a family member) parental responsibility for a child. This order is often sought when a child cannot live with their birth parents but needs a stable, long-term home.
Care Proceedings
Care proceedings are initiated when local authorities believe a child may be at risk and need to be removed from their home. Our experienced team provides strong legal representation to ensure that your voice is heard and that the child’s welfare remains the priority throughout the process.
Committed to support and guidance
At Haris Law Solicitors, we are committed to providing our clients with the support and guidance they need during this challenging time. If you require assistance with any children-related matters, we are here to provide you with the help you need to move forward with confidence.
Assistance with Orders & children-related matters
We can provide guidance for Child Arrangements Orders, Prohibited Steps Orders, and Specific Issue Orders. Our team is well-versed in these types of orders and can provide advice and assistance on how to apply for them, as well as represent you at court hearings.
Support for grandparents
We offer support for grandparents who have been denied access to their grandchildren. We understand the emotional toll that this can have, and we are here to help you navigate the legal process and protect your rights as a grandparent.
Child centered advice
Our goal is always to reach a resolution that is in the best interests of the children involved, and to minimise the potential impact on them. We believe that the emotional well-being of the children should be the top priority in all children-related matters.
Our Simple Process
We’re here to guide you through each step of your legal journey with clarity and care, ensuring your interests are protected. While we will always aim to resolve matters through negotiation when possible, our experienced team is fully prepared to represent you in court if needed.
Step 01:
Book Your Free Consultation
Begin with a free, no-obligation 30-minute consultation. During this session, you’ll discuss your situation with one of our expert solicitors, who will explain your options and the available funding for your case. Whether you prefer to pay privately with fixed fees and flexible payment plans or explore legal aid options, we’ll help you understand the criteria and, if needed, apply for funding on your behalf.
Step 02:
Create a Plan
Once you're ready, we’ll craft a tailored plan for your case. Our team will handle all legal processes involved in your child law matter, whether it’s child arrangements, custody, maintenance, or other related issues.
Step 03:
Instruct Us to Move Forward
When you’re ready to proceed, simply instruct us to begin. We’ll start moving your case forward immediately, managing all the necessary legal steps to ensure smooth progress.
Standard initial fees
30 minute initial consultation:
FREE
Consent orders
General cost from:
£750.00
VAT from:
£150.00
Total from:
£900.00
Clear, Flexible Pricing
We provide fixed fees, as well as pricing tailored to your unique situation. With flexible payment plans available, we ensure you have clear and manageable options for resolving your financial matters—no hidden costs, just transparency. We offer reasonable fixed fees too.
Legal Aid for Child Law Matters
If you're seeking to protect your children and secure your legal rights, you might be eligible for legal aid to cover costs like legal advice, family mediation, and court representation. Eligibility depends on factors such as your income, savings, and property. You may qualify for full coverage or need to contribute toward some expenses.
At Haris Law, our solicitors can help you determine if you qualify for legal aid and explain how any costs can be managed. We have experience with legal aid applications and will guide you through the process.
Legal aid may cover:
Applying for a Child Arrangements Order
Applying for a Prohibited Steps Order
Applying for a Specific Issue Order
Eligibility Criteria:
Domestic Abuse:
If you or your child have been victims of domestic abuse, you may qualify for legal aid. Acceptable evidence includes police reports, medical records, or letters from domestic violence support organizations. See examples >
Care Proceedings:
If local authorities have initiated care proceedings for your child, legal aid is automatically available to you, regardless of your financial situation.
A specialist family law firm
Choosing Haris Law Solicitors means choosing a law firm that values integrity, professionalism, and client satisfaction.
We are committed to delivering results and providing a high level of service that exceeds your expectations. Let us handle your legal challenges while you focus on what matters most to you.
Excellence
Upholding the highest standards, we deliver precise, thorough, and reliable legal services, ensuring the best possible results for our clients.
Forward thinking
We create custom legal solutions to tackle complex challenges, staying flexible and adapting to the constantly changing legal world for our clients.
Integrity
Trust is at the core of our firm. We maintain transparency, confidentiality, and an unwavering commitment to ethical legal practices in all client relationships.
Simple, clear advice
We communicate without legal jargon, so that our clients fully understand their options and legal processes, making informed decisions easily.
Rated Excellent 4.9
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Free 30 minute consultation
Fixed Fees and Payment Plans
Rated Excellent 4.9/5
20 + years experience
Rated Excellent 4.9
Frequently asked questions
Answers to commonly asked questions about our Child Law services:
Parental Responsibility (PR) refers to the legal authority and obligation to make key decisions regarding a child's life, such as their education, healthcare, and general upbringing. It covers the rights and duties a parent has regarding the child's care and welfare.
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Married parents automatically have PR from the moment of the child's birth, regardless of when they married.
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Unmarried fathers can gain PR if they are listed on the child’s birth certificate (since December 2003) or if they establish a formal agreement with the mother to share responsibility.
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Step-parents and other family members may acquire PR under certain conditions, such as through a court order like a Child Arrangements Order.
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In some cases, PR can be removed. For example, if a child is adopted (except in step-parent adoptions), the birth parents lose their PR. In rare instances, a court can revoke PR from an unmarried father, but this is uncommon.
No, divorce does not remove PR. Parents who are married will both retain PR even after divorce. PR is not tied to the parents’ marital status and remains intact regardless of the relationship status.
A Child Arrangements Order is a legal decision made by the court that outlines where and with whom a child will live, as well as how and when they will interact with other people in their life. This order is designed to provide clarity on the child’s care.
If parents can’t agree on important matters related to their child’s upbringing (like choosing a school), they can seek the court’s intervention. The court may issue orders such as a “Specific Issue Order” or a “Prohibited Steps Order” to settle the dispute while prioritizing the child's well-being.
The court’s primary focus is always the child’s best interests. When making decisions, the court considers a variety of factors, including the child’s wishes (if they’re old enough), their needs, safety concerns, and each parent’s ability to provide for those needs. The goal is to make decisions that benefit the child.
If a local authority believes that a child is at risk, care proceedings may be initiated. It’s vital to seek legal advice as soon as possible. The court will review all evidence presented and determine the best course of action to ensure the child’s safety and well-being.
A Parenting Plan is an informal document created by parents to outline how they will co-parent and make important decisions for their child’s future. Although it isn’t legally binding like a court order, it can be useful as a reference and may help resolve future disputes or be presented in legal proceedings.
If there’s an immediate concern for a child’s safety or well-being, an emergency application can be made to the court. In such cases, the court will prioritize the child’s protection and may issue a temporary order to address the situation until a more detailed investigation can take place.