What happens when separated parents can’t agree on a school?
We explore how decisions around schools are made, the processes available to help parents to reach agreement and the court’s approach when they can't.
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Children Law FAQs
Find answers to our most frequently asked questions about children law from our expert family solicitors.
When can legal fees be claimed in childcare arrangement cases?
Here we examine how costs orders and awards are handled in private family law cases.
Can the court restrict what my ex-partner posts about my child on social media?
We explore the options for separated parents who differ in their approach to sharing content of their child online.