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Your Options for Sorting Child Arrangements
Every family situation is unique, and we help you choose the approach that best suits your circumstances.
Direct Discussions Between Parents
For some parents, arrangements can be reached through cooperative conversation.
We give you the legal clarity you need so you can approach those discussions with confidence.
Negotiation Through Solicitors
If communication is strained, we can negotiate on your behalf and work towards a practical agreement that keeps your child’s needs at the forefront.
Mediation
A mediator helps you both explore solutions in a structured and neutral environment.
You can receive legal advice alongside mediation to help the process run smoothly.
Applying for a Child Arrangements Order
If an agreement isn’t possible, we can help you make an application to court.
A Child Arrangements Order can determine:
- Where your child lives
- How often they spend time with each parent
- Arrangements for holidays, birthdays and special occasions
- How handovers are managed
How We Help You
- Clear advice from the outset
- A supportive, child-first approach
- Help reducing conflict wherever possible
- Practical solutions that work day-to-day
- Strong representation if your case becomes contested
Why Families in Winsford Choose Us
- Straightforward guidance
We explain your options clearly, so you always understand the next steps. - Strong local experience
We regularly support parents in Winsford, Northwich, Middlewich, and across the wider Cheshire area. - Balanced, experienced legal support
Our Principal Solicitor, Gavin Edmondson, has experience that includes criminal law work, which brings valuable insight to cases involving allegations or safeguarding concerns. - Highly rated by clients
Our 5★ reviews reflect our commitment to clarity, professionalism and genuine care. - Transparent pricing
No hidden fees – just clear information from the start, with fixed-fee options available where suitable.
Which Court Will Handle My Child Arrangements Case?
For families in Winsford, child arrangements cases are usually dealt with at:
- Crewe County Court and Family Court
- Chester Civil and Family Justice Centre
- Stoke-on-Trent Combined Court
We guide you through every application, hearing and procedural step.
Child Arrangements: How We Support You
We assist with all types of child arrangement issues, including:
- Where your child will live
- Time spent with each parent
- Term-time arrangements
- Holiday and special occasion schedules
- Parental responsibility
- Safeguarding concerns or allegations
- Emergency applications and Prohibited Steps Orders
From your first enquiry through to final agreement or order, we’re with you every step of the way.
Child Arrangements Frequently Asked Questions
They outline where your child lives, how often they spend time with each parent, and how decisions are made. They can be informal or formalised through a court order.
It sets out living arrangements and time spent with each parent. It replaced the previous “residence” and “contact” orders.
NNot always. Many parents reach an agreement through negotiation or mediation. Court is usually only needed when no agreement can be reached.
If parents agree, arrangements can be finalised quickly. Court proceedings can take several months depending on complexity and CAFCASS involvement.
We can negotiate on your behalf and, if required, make applications for:
- Child Arrangements Orders
- Prohibited Steps Orders
- Specific Issue Orders
These situations need specialist guidance.
Our Principal Solicitor, Gavin Edmondson, has experience with criminal law, bringing valuable insight to cases involving allegations or safeguarding concerns.
although they need permission to apply first. We can guide grandparents through the process.
Mothers do automatically. Fathers do if they were 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. Orders can be varied if circumstances change.
We offer transparent pricing and explain costs clearly at the outset.
Your initial consultation is free.
Speak to a Winsford Child Arrangements Solicitor Today
We provide clear, compassionate advice to help you protect your children and move forward with confidence.
To discuss your options please call 01606 811700 or make an enquiry online.
Your Trusted Local Child Arrangement Solicitors
Alongside our work with Winsford clients, we also help individuals in Northwich and Middlewich 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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