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Family law

Parental rights and custody

Custody, contact, child decisions or relocation.

Who this is for

Custody, contact, child decisions or relocation.

The issue to resolve

Distinguish parental responsibility, custody and contact; assess the child’s interests.

Legal work

Distinguish parental responsibility, custody and contact; assess the child’s interests. Review of facts, applicable rules and documents; preparation of the legal position. Drafting, filing, negotiation or representation is performed within the agreed instructions.

Information to start with

Birth, habitual residence, orders, actual care and relocation plans.

Main stages

Initial assessment → scope and terms → document review → preparation of actions → discussion of the next stage. The sequence depends on the matter and the representative’s authority.

What affects timing

Timing depends on documents, the other party and the competent authority. A statutory period is not a promised completion date; suspensions and appointment availability are assessed separately.

Fees and separate expenses

Fees and scope are set out in an individual proposal. Translation, apostille/legalisation, fees, notary, court representative, experts, travel, appointments, in-person attendance and tax services are not included without express agreement.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What should I bear in mind for this service?+

Unilateral international relocation may trigger return proceedings; consent or court permission should be assessed beforehand.

What is needed for an initial assessment?+

Birth, habitual residence, orders, actual care and relocation plans.

Consultation

Let's review your case and build a strategy

Send a description of your circumstances and any approaching deadline or signing date. Scope is discussed after assessment.