When social services issue care proceedings it’s distressing for all involved
Specialist child care proceedings solicitors offer practical, non-judgemental advice and representation with the aim of achieving the best outcome for your family.
Social services issue care proceedings when they become concerned about the physical and emotional wellbeing of a child. An application may be made to the court for care orders, supervision orders, emergency protection orders and secure accommodation orders. Sometimes they use a procedure known as the PLO. In both instances, free legal advice is available to parents.
As soon as the pre-proceedings procedure (PLO) or child care proceedings are started, events will move quickly with critical decisions required about where the child will live whilst the matters proceed. It is important, therefore, to speak to a solicitor with experience of child care proceedings as quickly as possible.
Representing Parents
Our specialist solicitors are experienced and understand the emotional distress that the family goes through when care proceedings are issued. They will support the family, explain the legal process clearly, and provide legal representation designed to achieve the best outcome for you.
We possess a wealth of knowledge, experience and expertise in family law and child care proceedings. This enables us to deliver timely, grounded and practical advice to you.
We are used to helping people who are dealing with the following situations:
- Children in care of a local authority.
- Emergency protection orders.
- Secure accommodation orders.
- Placement orders/adoption.
- Special guardianship.
- PLO letters and representation at meetings.