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Your Options for Agreeing Child Arrangements
Every family is different. We help you find the process that suits your circumstances best.
Direct Discussions Between Parents
Some parents are able to reach an agreement through open communication. We can advise you beforehand so you feel prepared and legally informed.
Solicitor-led Negotiation
If discussions have become tense or unproductive, we can step in to negotiate on your behalf while keeping the focus firmly on your child’s welfare.
Mediation
A trained mediator can help both parents explore solutions in a neutral, balanced environment. You can receive legal advice alongside mediation so you understand the implications of each option.
Applying for a Child Arrangements Order
If an agreement cannot be reached, you may need a court order.
A Child Arrangements Order sets out:
- Where your child will live
- When and how they spend time with each parent
- Holiday and special occasion arrangements
- How handovers will take place
How We Help You
- Clear, practical legal advice from the outset
- A child-centred, supportive approach
- Focus on reducing conflict where possible
- Arrangements designed to work day-to-day
- Strong representation in more complex or urgent cases
WWhy Families in Runcorn Choose Us
- Clear and straightforward advice
We explain your options clearly, without legal jargon. - Local experience
We regularly support families in Runcorn, Widnes, Frodsham, Helsby and the Halton area. - Skilled with sensitive or complex issues
Our Principal Solicitor, Gavin Edmondson, has experience including criminal law work, providing valuable insight into cases involving allegations or safeguarding concerns. - 5★ rated by clients
Our clients consistently praise our clarity, professionalism and personal support. - Transparent, fair pricing
Clear fees from the start, including fixed-fee options where suitable.
Which Court Will Handle My Child Arrangements Case?
For families in Runcorn, child arrangements cases are typically heard at:
- St Helens County Court and Family Court
- Chester Civil and Family Justice Centre
- Liverpool Civil and Family Court
We guide you through every stage, from filing applications to attending hearings.
Child Arrangements: How We Support You
We can help with all aspects of child arrangements, including:
- Where your child will live
- Contact schedules and time with each parent
- Holiday, term-time and special occasion arrangements
- Parental responsibility issues
- Safety, welfare or risk concerns
- Specific Issue Orders
- Prohibited Steps Orders and urgent applications
From your first enquiry through to final agreement or court order you will have consistent, reliable support.
Child Arrangements Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
They set out where your child lives, how often they see each parent, and how key decisions are made. Arrangements can be informal or formalised through a court order.
It is a legally binding order that sets out living arrangements and time spent with each parent.
Not necessarily. Many parents reach agreements through negotiation or mediation. Court is usually a last resort.
Agreed arrangements can be made quickly. If court is needed, cases may take several months, particularly if CAFCASS becomes involved.
We can negotiate on your behalf and, if necessary, apply for:
- Child Arrangements Orders
- Prohibited Steps Orders
- Specific Issue Orders
These cases require specialist handling.
Our Principal Solicitor, Gavin Edmondson, has experience with criminal law, giving insight into cases involving allegations or safety concerns.
Yes, but they usually need the court’s permission first. We can guide grandparents through the process.
Mothers do automatically. Fathers do if married to the mother at the time of birth or named on the birth certificate after 2003. If not, we can help you obtain Parental Responsibility.
Yes – if circumstances change, existing orders can be varied.
We offer transparent pricing and explain costs clearly at the outset, and your initial consultation is free.
Speak to a Runcorn Child Arrangements Solicitor Today – Free and Confidential
We’re here to help you reach safe, fair and workable arrangements that support your child’s wellbeing.
To discuss your options please call 01606 811700 or make an enquiry online.
Your Trusted Local Child Arrangement Solicitors
Alongside our work with Runcorn clients, we also help individuals in Warrington and Ellesmere Port with all aspects of child arrangement law and the support needed throughout the process.
Mr B - Crewe, UK
Gavin and his team were brilliant they took on my divorce case after I'd received a terrible service from a previous law firm and they instantly turned it around for me and got me a fantastic result they also took on my child arrangements case and the result again was outstanding and my daughter now lives with me full time I'm so grateful for their help it was the best decision I made going to see them.
Mr B - Belfast, UK
Once again Gavin was an encyclopedia of knowledge! I'm pretty convinced he knows the law and every possible angle more than people that have written the law themselves. Sound and honest advice whatever the way your case is going. I would use them again and recommend without hesitation!
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