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Helping you find positive solutions for your family
At Alletsons Solicitors, we understand how difficult separation can be for families. If you and your former partner are struggling to agree on arrangements for your children, our experienced and compassionate team is here to help.

Supporting families through separation
Separation affects not just the parents, but also the children. We approach each case with sensitivity, aiming to reduce stress and promote stability wherever possible. Whether you need help arranging day-to-day care, school holidays, or weekend contact, we can support you in reaching an agreement that works for everyone.

We also provide advice on important issues such as:

• Where your children will live
• How much time they will spend with each parent or other family members
• Schooling and education decisions
• Medical treatment and healthcare matters

Lucy, Hannah & Daisy - our private family legal team

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Law Society Accreditation for Family Law - this demonstrates our expertise and experience in dealing with a wide range of family law matters. You can trust that your case will be handled by a qualified and recognised professional.

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this is relevant if:

• You are a parent seeking contact or care arrangements
• You are a non-parent who looks after a child
• You are a grandparent concerned about your relationship with a grandchild
• You need help agreeing school or medical arrangements

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Where possible, we will help you resolve these issues without going to court, using approaches such as negotiation, mediation, or collaborative law. However, if court becomes necessary, we are experienced in representing parents, carers, and extended family members in all levels of the Family Court.

legal aid

1. Type of Case
Legal Aid is not automatically available for all child arrangement disputes, but you may be eligible if:

• ​​There is evidence of domestic abuse or child abuse, either towards you or the child.
• You are involved in proceedings where the local authority is involved (for example, care or supervision proceedings. Legal Aid is automatically available for parents in these cases).
• Your case involves abduction, forced marriage, or FGM protection orders.

For standard private law child arrangement cases (e.g. contact or residence disputes between separated parents), Legal Aid is only available if you can provide evidence of domestic or child abuse.

​2. Financial Eligibility
Your income and capital will be assessed. You may qualify if:

• Your gross monthly income is below £2,657 (higher if you have children).
• Your disposable monthly income is below £733.
• Your capital (savings, property, etc.) is below £8,000 in most cases.

Partial Legal Aid (with a contribution from you) may still be possible if you’re slightly over the limits.

3. Merits Test
This considers whether:

• The case has legal merit (a realistic prospect of success).
• It is reasonable to provide Legal Aid in the circumstances.

​​How We Can Help? At Alletsons Solicitors, we can:

• Advise if you’re eligible for Legal Aid.
• Help gather and present the required evidence.
• Apply on your behalf.

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​Not Sure If You Qualify?

You can check online to see if you qualify for legal aid by using the government's eligibility checker:
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🔗 https://www.gov.uk/check-legal-aid

If you are eligible, contact us and we will guide you through the next steps and assist with your application.

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​Get in Touch

We’re here to guide you through this process and help you focus on what matters most – the wellbeing of your children.  Get in touch with our family law team for trusted advice and support.

Email Us

01278 456621, option 3

contact our family team today