Children’s safety and well-being are our priority. McVeagh Fleming’s specialists in children’s rights and guardianship law are here to help you protect what matters most.

Separation is a challenging time, and every parent and guardian understands that the welfare of the child is the paramount consideration in any matter involving guardianship, day-to-day care, or contact with a child. The Care of Children Act 2004 encourages parents and guardians to work together, agree on day-to-day care (access), and resolve disputes amicably.

Navigating legal requirements and processes can be stressful and confusing. Our expert team is here to provide calm, clear advice at each step, ensuring you understand your rights and can make informed decisions.

We offer guidance on a wide range of matters, including:

  • Parenting Orders
  • Divorce / Dissolution
  • Relocation
  • Spousal or Child Support Costs
  • Contact and Parenting Orders
  • Paternity
  • Division of Relationship Property
  • Care and Protection
  • Adoption
  • Guardianship
  • Family Protection

Our specialist Family Court team also handles:

  • Care of Children Legal Proceedings, Disputes, and Guardianship Orders
  • Interim Care or Guardianship
  • Sole or Additional Guardianship
  • Wardship
  • Protection Orders
  • Support Orders
  • Lawyers for the Child

We’re here to provide support and clarity, whether you’re seeking to establish care arrangements or need representation in Family Court matters. Reach out to us to learn more about how we can assist you through these sensitive issues.

Recent Insights

July 2024

Relocation Disputes

Considering relocating with your child to a different city or country? It's essential to understand that such a move requires the consent of the other parent. The decision about where a child lives is a significant guardianship matter, and both parents must agree on it.
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May 2024

Children who Resist, Refuse or Reject a relationship with their Parent

Separating from your spouse or partner is often stressful, complicated, and painful especially when children are involved. Reaching an agreement about how a child's care will be shared can be challenging and deepen conflict between parents if they do not see eye to eye.
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May 2024

Exceptions to equal sharing of relationship property

Upon separation, it's usually assumed that relationship property will be divided equally unless there's a prenuptial or premarital agreement. However, if there are special circumstances where equal division isn't fair, the court might order a different division to ensure fairness and justice.
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