Throughout the year, there are a variety of special events and occasions that you will want to enjoy and celebrate with your children… It can become tricky to agree on those arrangements following separation.

Separation can be a painful and emotional process, especially when children are involved, so it is important to get things right for the children and safeguard their well-being.

Firstly, it is important that the children can have and maintain a relationship with both parents following separation, if it is safe for them to do so. The welfare and well-being of the children is the most important element when considering the arrangements.

Moving on from this, there can be a range of issues that need discussing. From where the children will live to what time they will spend with each parent to where they will go to school and so on.

If there is no risk of harm to the children, it is important to work together as best you can to achieve a routine that will work well in the long term in the interest of the children. Unfortunately, it isn't always that simple… It is not uncommon for conflict to arise around these issues due to the breakdown of relationships. There are options available to help you to reach the right outcome to suit your children.

There is success in negotiating arrangements for children and making relevant applications to the court to decide these arrangements.

Pickford Solicitors can help to assist you with a referral to mediation. This is a structured process whereby a neutral third party will assist in resolving issues. If parents wish to be able to apply to court, it is compulsory for parents to attend mediation. It is also imperative to research whether mediation is appropriate and workable for your family.

Pickford Solicitors are highly experienced family law solicitors and have seen much success and pride with their high effective negotiation skills. They offer a personal and time effective service whilst being sensitive to your situation.

If Pickford Solicitors can help you, call them on 0121 726 4999 or email jennifer@pickfordsolicitors.com.

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