My DC, 15, has been accused, with others, of a serious sexual assault and is facing expulsion from school. Police have been notified, as have SS.
We have had little or no information from the school and no contact from the police. SS have informed us that a strategy meeting will be held next week.
Do we need to get legal representation in place for my DC?
What kind of lawyer do we need - Child Specialist? Family law? Criminal?
How do I find a good one in my area? What should I be looking for?
Will my DC be eligible for legal aid, or will we have to fund it as parents? When do I need to get them involved - if/when DC is interviewed? Before?
We have been advised to contact CORAM childrens legal centre, but they do not deal with criminal matters...so where do we go for advice?
Thank you in advance.