Experienced Child Arrangement Solicitors Acting for London Clients
Although our offices are based in South Yorkshire, we take regular instructions from London‑based clients and provide expert child arrangements advice remotely by telephone and secure video appointments.
Our family law team is one of the largest in the North of England and is recognised in the Legal 500 as one of the leading family law teams in the country. Our solicitors are accredited by Resolution and the Law Society, and we are highly rated by former clients, with a 4.9 out of 5 rating on Review Solicitors.
We offer a free initial 30‑minute consultation, available by phone or video call, providing flexibility to suit your location and circumstances. Contact us or call us on 02038 695 075 to speak to a family law expert or book an appointment today.
Child Arrangements After Divorce or Separation
Child arrangements are designed to provide stability, routine and reassurance for a child following separation. These arrangements can cover:
- Where a child lives and which home best supports their needs
- How time is shared between parents in a way that feels calm and consistent
- Arrangements for holidays, birthdays and special occasions
- How important decisions about a child’s upbringing are made
While many parents in London are able to reach agreement informally, this is not always possible. Communication can break down and emotions can run high, especially where relationships are strained.
Seeking early legal advice can help bring clarity, reduce conflict and ensure decisions remain focused on what is genuinely best for your child.
We advise on all aspects of child arrangements, including:
- where a child should live
- how much time they should spend with each parent
- contact with grandparents or other family members
- school and holiday arrangements
- relocating with a child
- enforcing or changing an existing Child Arrangements Order
Contact us for your free 30 family minute consultation today via our contact form or call us on 02038 695 075.
What Are Child Arrangements?
Child arrangements are the practical arrangements made for a child after parents separate. This usually includes:
- who the child lives with
- when the child spends time with the other parent
- how handovers will work
- arrangements for school holidays, birthdays and special occasions
In many cases, parents are able to reach agreement between themselves or with the help of a solicitor or mediator. If agreement is not possible, the court can make a Child Arrangements Order setting out what should happen.
Our role is to help you resolve matters in a way that protects your child’s well being and gives you clarity about the next steps.
Our Child Arrangement Legal Services
We provide comprehensive advice and representation for clients in London across all child arrangement matters, including:
Child Arrangement Orders – Where agreement cannot be reached, the Family Court may make a Child Arrangement Order setting out where a child lives and how they spend time with each parent. This provides clarity, consistency and reassurance at a difficult time.
Specific Issue Orders – When parents disagree about one important decision — such as schooling, medical treatment, religion or relocation — a Specific Issue Order can help resolve that single issue clearly and decisively.
Prohibited Steps Orders – If there is concern that a parent may act without consent that could seriously affect a child — such as removing them from the UK or changing schools — a Prohibited Steps Order may prevent this.
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Family Court Representation – We provide experienced, calm representation at all stages of Family Court proceedings, including complex and contested child arrangement disputes involving London‑based courts.
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Disputes About Children – We regularly support parents in disputes involving safeguarding concerns, high‑conflict separation, breaches of court orders and ongoing communication difficulties.
Our family law team also support through divorce proceedings and financial settlements. Find out more on our divorce solicitors London.
How a Child Arrangement Solicitor Can Help
Disputes involving children are highly emotional and exhausting. Having an experienced child arrangement solicitor supporting you can help you feel informed, reassured and less alone throughout the process.
Our solicitors can help by:
- reducing conflict and shielding children from disputes
- explaining your options, rights and likely outcomes clearly
- supporting negotiations with empathy and firmness
- preparing court applications and evidence with care and sensitivity
Our focus is always on solutions that promote long‑term stability for children, rather than short‑term legal wins.
Supporting Clients Across London
Our family law team regularly support clients across London, including Central London, Camden, Westminster, Croydon, and Islington, and represent clients in proceedings at the Central Family Court and other London courts.
Although we are not based in London, we provide a fully remote service, making it easy for clients to access expert legal advice wherever they are.
Child Arrangement Orders in London
A Child Arrangements Order is a court order that sets out:
- who a child will live with
- when a child will spend time with the other parent or another family member
The court will only make an order if it is in the child’s best interests. Before making a decision, the court will consider the child’s welfare and the circumstances of the family as a whole. The child’s welfare is always the court’s paramount concern under the Children Act 1989.
If you are based in London and need to apply for a Child Arrangements Order, our solicitors can advise you on:
- whether court is necessary
- the evidence you may need
- what the court is likely to consider
- how to present your case clearly and effectively
Supporting Clients Across London
We support parents and family members across London in relation to child arrangements disputes, whether you are seeking early legal advice or representation in ongoing proceedings.
We can help if you are:
- at the start of a separation
- struggling to agree arrangements for your child
- attending family court in London
- trying to vary an existing order
- dealing with breaches of an order
- facing urgent concerns about your child’s welfare
We understand that no two families are the same. Our advice is tailored to your circumstances, with a focus on practical outcomes and the best interests of your child.
Our Approach for London Clients
We understand that many London clients are looking for fast, flexible, and affordable legal support. That’s why we offer:
- Remote service – Speak to your solicitor by phone or video, without needing to attend an office
- Fast onboarding – Get started quickly with clear advice from day one
- National coverage – Expert legal support wherever you are in London
Whether your divorce is straightforward or more complex, we provide clear guidance, fixed-fee transparency, and a practical approach designed to reduce both stress and cost.
Speak to a Child Arrangement Solicitor – London & Nationwide
Our family law team is recognised by Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, with a strong reputation for compassionate, practical advice and clear communication.
We advise parents and family members across London on:
- child arrangements disputes
- Child Arrangements Orders
- enforcement and variation applications
- contact disputes
- urgent family law issues involving children
We offer a free 30‑minute initial consultation, available:
- By telephone
- By secure video appointment
Call 02038 695 075 or contact us online to speak with a child arrangement solicitor experienced in supporting London‑based clients.
About Howells Solicitors
Howells Solicitors are one of the largest family law firms in Yorkshire. We offer expert, tailored family law advice at an affordable rate, without compromising on quality. We explain everything in easy to understand language, with no jargon, and we are down-to-earth and easy to talk to. We understand it can be difficult contacting a law firm, but you will find our team friendly, experienced and above all compassionate to your situation.
We operate in Yorkshire, but we offer our family law services across England and Wales. We have extensive experience dealing with child arrangement disputes, complex financial settlements and difficult separation, particularly those where the couple were not married., and have worked with thousands of families to help resolve disputes and those dealing with complex financial matters.
Our team is accredited by the Legal 500 and the Law Society, and we are proud to have an average client rating of 4.9 out of 5 on Review Solicitors.
And we support:
- Parents going through separation
- High net worth individuals
- Unmarried couples
- Business owners
Many London family law firms charge high hourly rates. We offer clear, fixed-fee options, making expert legal support more accessible.
Contact us for your free 30 family minute consultation today via our contact form or call us on 02038 695 075.
Fees for Child Arrangement Matters
We offer transparent pricing, with fixed‑fee options available for many stages of child arrangement work. You will always be kept informed of costs and advised on the most cost‑effective way forward. Find a full list of our family law fees.
Nationwide & Remote Family Law Support
We provide our full range of child arrangement services remotely to clients across England, including London. This approach is often more convenient, cost‑effective and flexible, without compromising on the quality of advice or representation.
Many court hearings are now dealt with remotely. Where in‑person advocacy is required, we work with experienced local barristers to ensure continuity of representation.
Contact us on 02038 695 075 to discuss your child arrangements matter today.
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