Childcare
Our specialist childcare team advises on a range of issues involving children including children being taken into care, adoption, secure accommodation applications, contact, residence, change of name and abduction.
Are you worried about a child in your care?
We have one of the largest childcare teams in the the region, acting for children’s guardian, parents, children and all family members. Some of the areas we can help with are:
- Contact
- Residence
- Change of Name
- Care Proceedings
- Adoption
- Secure Accommodation Applications
- Abduction
- ...and any matter relating to children.
Out team includes members of the Law Society Children Panel, members of Resolution and the Grandparents’ Association (a group advising grandparents about their legal position regarding grandchildren).
The most recent edition of the independent Chambers UK directory comments on the team and its lawyers as follows:
The firm: “Extremely helpful and supportive,” this family group impresses the market with its dedicated client service, with one source explaining: “The lawyers here are just fantastic, they kept me informed every step of the way.” ...The group handles a mix of private and publicly funded work and has embraced collaborative law matters make it an attractive full-service offering for clients. Chambers 2009
The lawyers: Maggie Roberts is “on the ball and up to speed” and praised for her responsiveness. She is best known for her work on care cases, although she is also skilled in matrimonial finance and private children-related matters. Helen Bull is widely thought to be a rising star in the field. She received a wealth of positive feedback for her “unlimited energy and enthusiasm.” She is also commended for her strong client support, particularly in complex care work. Chambers 2009
For intial advice, please contact:
- Helen Bull at the Plymouth office on 01752 675086
- Simon Musannif at the Exeter office on 01392 685296
- Maggie Roberts at the Taunton office on 01823 362750
- Peter Shaw at the Truro office on 01872 243326
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