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Child Protection Solicitors

At CSS Law, we work with all kinds of families in every type of child protection case. Whether your situation is straightforward or highly complex, we can take urgent action when needed, listen carefully to your concerns, and provide clear, practical advice every step of the way.

If you need to speak to a Child Protection Solicitor for expert advice you can trust, please call CSS Law on 0203 9722 706 or contact us online, and one of our specialists will call you back.

We specialise in advising and representing parents, children, and other family members involved in child protection (care) proceedings.

If social workers have raised concerns about your child’s welfare — for example, if they believe your child is being neglected or may be at risk of harm — it’s vital to seek expert legal advice as early as possible. Our team will help you understand what is happening, explain your rights, and support you in deciding the best way to respond, both before and during any court proceedings.

CSS Law is recognised as one of the country’s leading firms in child protection cases. Our accredited specialist lawyers handle a wide range of matters, including:

• Complex medical cases where undiagnosed conditions are mistaken for abuse
• Allegations of physical harm such as shaken baby syndrome
• Allegations of sexual or emotional abuse

No matter how difficult or sensitive the situation, our experienced team will guide and support you through every stage of the process with professionalism, empathy, and care.

Legal Aid is usually available to help parents access expert advice and representation in child protection cases.

Family Law

In the UK, child abduction is a serious offence when a child under 16 is taken or sent outside the country without the necessary consent. This can be a criminal offense, especially when it violates a court order or the consent of all those with parental responsibility. The Child Abduction Act 1984 defines the legal framework for this. 

Key Points:

• Definition:
  Child abduction is the unauthorized removal of a child from their place of residence, often from one parent or from the country they normally live in. 
• Criminal Offense:
  Taking a child outside the UK without the consent of everyone with parental responsibility is a criminal offense under the Child Abduction Act 1984. 
  
• Consent:
  Those with parental responsibility include the mother, the father (if he has parental responsibility), guardian, or anyone who has a court order for the child's care.