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I urgently need some legal advice regarding my children!

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curiousgeorgie · 24/01/2014 09:58

I was wondering if there was anyone on here I could pm as I've just received a letter regarding someone who is trying to gain access to my children and I am distraught and I don't know what to do...

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prh47bridge · 24/01/2014 10:49

Do you mean someone is after regular contact with your children? Are they related to the children?

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Alibabaandthe40nappies · 24/01/2014 10:56

I think I would be speaking to a solicitor.

Who are the people?

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MellowAutumn · 24/01/2014 22:53

Without knowing their relationship and some background info no-one will be able to help

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SanityClause · 24/01/2014 22:56

Unless this person is their parent, it's very unlikely they will be given access to you children.

Go and see a solicitor on Monday. Nothing will happen before then.

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SolidGoldBrass · 24/01/2014 23:03

If this person is anyone other than the child's other parent, then there's no need to worry - s/he will have no rights of access to the children.

If it is the children's other parent, then spend the time between now and Monday morning putting together all the evidence and information you need to make a case against allowing access. Is there a record of violence/substance abuse/unreliability (ie asking for contact then not turning up)/seriously unsuitable associates (ie wants to take the DC round the local crack dealer's house for a chat).

If this is an abusive individual who you have moved to escape, have a chat with Women's Aid, and if you think there is danger from this person, talk to the local police DV unit as well.