When would social services become involved with your family?
Who are social services? Social Services are a governing body who have a statutory obligation to safeguard and promote the welfare of vulnerable children. Each
15 May 2023
Liverpool Social Services Solicitors
Social Services Involvement
If the local authority has threatened to take your children out of your care or take you to family court for care proceedings, it is important that you get the advice you need. You have the right to your own solicitor.
Maria Fogg Family Law
At Maria Fogg Family Law, we are experienced in Care Proceedings. We understand what a difficult time this is, but with the support of our specialist family law team we will ensure the best possible outcome for you and your family. We will represent your best interests and listen to what you have to say.
Legal Aid would pay your legal fees, meaning you will not have to pay legal fees.
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How We Help With Family Law Social Services
Maria Fogg will be your legal advisors and assist you during the process. Throughout the investigation and family court process, we will help minimise the emotional stress on your family. Our main goal is to make sure your case is presented to the family court in a professional and child-focused manner.
Why Maria Fogg?
Maria Fogg is a specialist firm of Family Law Solicitors based in Liverpool. Established over ten years ago, we provide Child Care Proceedings, local authority involvement, child matters, and assistance with domestic abuse and divorce.
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Who Are Social Services and Why Might They Get Involved?
Social Services—often referred to as Children’s Services when dealing with child protection matters. They are part of the local authority (council) in your area.
In England and Wales, they have a legal duty under the Children Act 1989. As well as subsequent legislation to protect children and promote their welfare. Their primary aim is to ensure that children are safe, well cared for, and free from harm or neglect.
Social Services may become involved with a family for several reasons, including:
Concerns about neglect or abuse
This may include physical, emotional or sexual abuse, or neglect of a child’s basic needs.
Reports from schools, doctors, neighbours or the police
Professionals who come into contact with children are legally required to report any safeguarding concerns.
Parental difficulties
This may involve issues such as domestic abuse, mental health problems, substance misuse, or severe financial instability. All of which could impact the child’s safety or wellbeing.
Requests for help from parents themselves
Some families seek voluntary support from Social Services when they are struggling to cope.
Family Court and Social Services
Social Services can offer support voluntarily. However, if they believe a child is at risk, they may apply to the Family Court for a Care Order or Supervision Order. This is a formal legal process where the local authority asks the court for permission to intervene in the child’s living arrangements.
Our Social Service Solicitors
Our solicitors are specialists in child protection law and are committed to achieving the best outcome for you and your children. Legal Aid is available for parents and those with parental responsibility in care proceedings, meaning your legal costs will be covered.
