Protecting the Legal Interests of Children

Many legal issues have a direct impact upon children under the age of 18. At Barker Gotelee, solicitors in Ipswich, we have extensive expertise on legal issues which involve children, helping to ensure outcomes which will properly take into account their needs.

Whether you are considering a marriage break-up or are worried about your child’s education, at certain stages of your child’s life you may have a legal issue you will want to address.  Fortunately, Barker Gotelee solicitors in Suffolk can help you tackle the various issues that may arise. From protecting the best interests of your child in a divorce or separation, to making safe financial provision for your children in the future, this article outlines the various ways Barker Gotelee solicitors in Ipswich can help you achieve your requirements.

Divorce Solicitors Suffolk – Click here to find out more about how we can protect the interests of your child during a divorce, or to find out about our mediation service.

Mediation During  Divorce – Going through a divorce is an extremely stressful time – you may feel a complete lack of control, or find yourself so bogged down with the details that it is difficult to find a way forward. It may be that you are struggling to agree on a financial settlement or the arrangements to make for the children. In these cases, a third party can help you see things more clearly, keep court costs down, and help you reach an amicable solution for your childcare arrangements.

If you feel that all communication has broken down between you and your former partner or spouse, we work though these issues and can arrange for mediation to take place in separate rooms.  Whatever your particular requirements, Barker Gotelee divorce solicitors, Suffolk, have years of experience in this field and will find the best way forward for you and your children.

Schools Appeals – At Barker Gotelee solicitors in Ipswich we understand how important your child’s education is, and how disappointing it feels if your child hasn’t been offered a place in the right school. However, there are still options available to you and you can appeal against the local authority decision. We offer a specialist school appeals service, and will talk things over before the appeals hearing to see if you have a case to present to the panel. We will make sure that all your paperwork is filled in correctly, and you are well versed to present your case fully to the appeal/s panel. If you feel you lack the confidence to present your child’s case before the panel, we can also represent you at the hearing and speak on behalf of your child.

Wills and Inheritance – As a parent, wills are vital whatever your age: it is impossible to predict the future, and for that reason it is important that provisions are in place should the worst happen. We are highly experienced in wills and asset protection and will talk through your needs to ensure that all your wishes and concerns are taken into account. Our experts will review your estate, take tax considerations into account, and advise you on the best way forward to ensure that the right financial provisions are made for your children, and (depending on your circumstances) your family wealth is kept in place for future generations. We will also look at clarity of guardianship and the appointment of trustees, so you will have complete peace of mind that your children are well provided for and cared for long into the future, whatever the circumstances. 

Accident and Negligence Claims – Accidents can happen and the consequences of these can vary considerably from a small inconvenience to a permanent disability, and in some cases the loss of a family member. Our accident solicitors in Ipswich will ensure that the claims made on behalf of children, whether in respect of injury to themselves or the loss of a parent, take into account their future health, happiness and education needs. We have experience in dealing in all fields of accident and negligence claims, from holiday catastrophes and injuries, to work related injuries, road traffic collisions, product liability, landowner’s liability, and injuries from animals or livestock.  Just contact our department now to find out how we can help.

Solicitors in Ipswich – Barker Gotelee have years of experience in dealing with private and commercial clients in Suffolk. Click here for full information on how we can help protect the legal interests of your children.