I Have Been Denied Access To My Children

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I Have Been Denied Access to My Children – What Should I Do?

If contact has stopped, avoid making the situation worse through angry messages, threats or confrontation.

Instead, consider:

1. Keep records

Keep copies of relevant messages, emails and records of attempted contact.

2. Identify the current arrangement

Establish whether you have an existing court order or only an informal agreement.

3. Consider mediation where appropriate

Mediation may provide a way to try to resolve child arrangements without court proceedings.

4. Get appropriate advice

If there are allegations, safeguarding concerns or domestic abuse issues, consider obtaining advice from a regulated family lawyer.

5. Prepare your evidence

If court proceedings are necessary, organisation and preparation are important.

6. Consider what arrangement you are asking for

Think about the practical arrangements that would work for your children, rather than simply saying that you want "access".

What Can the Family Court Decide?

The Family Court can make orders concerning child arrangements.

Depending on the circumstances, this can include:

  • Where a child lives
  • Time spent with each parent
  • Overnight stays
  • Weekends
  • School holidays
  • Communication
  • Other arrangements concerning a child's time with parents

The court's central consideration is the welfare of the child.

The aim is not simply to decide which parent "wins".

The court considers what arrangements are appropriate for the individual child.

Speak to an Experienced McKenzie Friend

Being denied contact with your children can be frightening and overwhelming.

You may not know whether you need mediation, a solicitor, a Child Arrangements Order or further Family Court proceedings.

With more than 30 years' experience and involvement in thousands of children's cases, I can provide practical support to help you understand the process and prepare your case. (familycourtsupportmckenziefriend.co.uk)

Christopher James-Coutanche

Professional McKenzie Friend

07878 896044

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If you have been denied access to your children or stopped from seeing your child, contact me to discuss your situation.

Important Information

Family Court Support provides practical McKenzie Friend support and is not a substitute for regulated legal advice. Where you require advice on the legal merits of your case, you should consider obtaining advice from a suitably qualified and regulated solicitor or barrister.

If there is an immediate risk of harm to a child, seek appropriate urgent professional assistance.

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