Helping to ensure arrangements are best for children

The family law team at Fraser Dawbarns has helped Mr F to obtain a ‘live with’ order for his children, who were adamant they no longer wanted to live with or spend time with their mother.

This was a complicated situation, but the crux of the issue was that the children were upset and distressed by the child arrangement that was in place after their parents’ relationship had broken down, and Court proceedings were necessary to establish the best outcome for the children. Following the appointment of a Guardian and in-depth reports being obtained, the children’s wishes and feelings were heard, and were then followed by the Court.

Emma Stearman, who heads the family law team, explains: “At Fraser Dawbarns, we will always offer advice which attempts to avoid our clients having to go to Court if it is at all possible, particularly where children are involved. However, it is sometimes necessary to deal with matters in Court and in those circumstances, we will do our best to assist you throughout the stress of Court procedures, deadlines and Hearings.”

If you would like individual advice on a family law matter concerning children, please contact us on 01553 666600. The situation outlined here is unusual and the majority of our support for families in relation to children is in relation to the arrangements made for them when their parents initially separate or divorce.

We can offer appointments in our offices in King’s Lynn, Wisbech, Ely, March or Downham Market.

How To Contact Us:

To contact a member of our team, you can fill in our online enquiry form, email info@fraserdawbarns.com, or call your nearest office below. If you’d like to speak to a member of our team at one of our offices across Norfolk and Cambridgeshire, visit our offices page.

Wisbech: 01945 461456

March: 01354 602880

King’s Lynn: 01553 666600

Ely: 01353 383483

Downham Market: 01366 383171

In order to protect client anonymity, the initials in the above case study have been changed and do not relate the the client or other parties in any way. This article aims to supply general information, but it is not intended to constitute advice. Every effort is made to ensure that the law referred to is correct at the date of publication and to avoid any statement which may mislead. However, no duty of care is assumed to any person and no liability is accepted for any omission or inaccuracy. Always seek advice specific to your own circumstances. Fraser Dawbarns LLP is always happy to provide such advice.