From the very first telephone conversation with her [Gemma Iceton] I felt that I was in safe hands, and I was right. She listened, non-judgmentally and patiently, and it was clear from the start that she understood the legal issues and the emotional impact of the matter.
Whether the issue stems from a dispute within the family over how a child will be raised, their living and financial arrangements or from an external intervention such as from a local authority, our specialist team has significant expertise in dealing with complex, issues involving children. Our focus is always on the child’s welfare, and we place this at the centre of our work.
We act for parents, foster carers and special guardians but also for young people through their Cafcass guardians and directly for children who are old enough. We act in a range of situations, including care proceedings, adoption proceedings, access arrangements, child support and maintenance, family disputes and domestic and international relocation issues.
Wherever possible, our experienced team champions new approaches to resolving issues without the need for litigation. Occasionally, in disputes where parties have been unable to reach an out-of-court resolution, we provide support throughout the process, with a close eye on our number one priority; ensuring the wellbeing and welfare of the young people involved.
So if you’re seeking an experienced team, adept at handling the most sensitive of situations with care and understanding, we’re here for you.
Our services
Living arrangements for children
- Determining who the child lives with and who they spend time with (formerly known as custody)
- Disputes over specific issues of a child’s upbringing such as choice of school and consent to medical treatment
- Relocating domestically or internationally with a child
Maintenance and finance for children
- Child maintenance
- Other financial provision for children such as provision of accommodation and to meet other one-off costs
International children matters
- International child relocation
- Child abduction
- Preventative measures to stop a child from being taken abroad
Adoption proceedings
- Adoption
- International adoption
- Step parent adoption
Care and local authority proceedings
- Care Proceedings and the involvement of Local Authorities
- Fostering