Our work
Whether because of parental separation or otherwise, disputes over children can arise at any time during childhood.
At MSB, our experts in children law can support and represent parents, stepparents, grandparents and wider family members with children disputes, including child custody and child protection, helping to minimise any potential negative impact on you and your family.
We can assist with issues such as:
- Advising on the law around parents’ rights and responsibilities to their children when relationships break down
- Obtaining an order declaring that you are a legal parent of the child and secure parental responsibility
- Securing an order that your children live with you/spend regular time with you
- Prohibiting/restricting someone that poses a risk to your child spending time with them
- Acting swiftly in emergency situations to prevent removal of children from a parent’s care by applying for prohibited steps orders
- Making applications to allow you to move abroad with a child
- Making applications to prevent your child leaving the country temporarily or permanently with their other parent. Find out how our team can help you with matters concerning child abduction
- Making applications for non-parental carers for special guardianship or adoption
- Representing you in associated issues such as divorce and financial relief applications, including securing financial support for your child through the court process
Arrange a consultation:
Based in Liverpool, our award-winning team of Family solicitors, specialising in children law, provides sector-leading services and advice, guiding our clients through the very best solutions for them. We build long-lasting relationships based on mutual trust, respect and results. Get in touch with our team of experts to arrange a consultation.
“Over the many years that I have encountered MSB and those individuals who are part of the Family team, it is clearly the case that the department takes pride in expecting from members of the team not only a thorough grounding in the law and legal concepts, but an ability to build up a good relationship with clients.”
Understanding the issue
The breakdown of a relationship can be an emotional and traumatic experience. At MSB, we will help guide you through the process and reach as resolution as amicably as possible, and with as little disruption to the children. Where resolution through negotiation isn’t possible, our experienced and tenacious solicitors will represent you in court proceedings, helping take as much stress away from you as possible.
Our experienced team can help you to understand all of your options and will be with you every step of the way until we reach an outcome that is right for you and your family.
Why MSB?
Our award-winning Family team provides sector-leading services and advice, guiding our clients through the very best solutions for them. We build long-lasting relationships based on mutual trust, respect and results.
The MSB team has developed a reputation for being one of the most trusted in the North West and is recognised in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners. It now contains more than 40 professionals so we can offer you a high level of service.
Funding options
Legal costs can add pressure during any family law dispute. We offer a choice of payment options to ensure legal advice is affordable. We also have a proven track record in obtaining Legal Aid on behalf of our clients.