Cozens-Hardy LLP

Children Law

Solicitors who have our Children Law Accreditation are specialists in dealing with legal issues related to children, such as:

• adoption
• child protection
• arrangements for children following family breakdown

Association of Lawyers for Children

The ALC exists to promote and secure justice for children and young people within the legal system in England and Wales. Within that framework, its aim is to develop and improve the practice of lawyers in meeting the needs of children who become involved in legal processes by promoting standards of best practice and interdisciplinary training. The ALC has an outstanding reputation for promoting the voice of the child.

The ALC is active in

lobbying in favour of establishing properly funded legal mechanisms to enable all children and young people to have access to justice;

lobbying against the diminution of such mechanisms in particular, against any reduction in standards of representation for children;

campaigning and advocating against any form of discrimination which may affect children within the family justice system;

intervening in cases where the wider issues under consideration are relevant to our membership’s aims and interests;

providing high quality legal training, focusing on the needs of lawyers concerned with cases relating to the rights, welfare, health and development of children;

developing a network of childcare lawyers across the country, providing a forum for the provision and exchange of information and views on the development of the law in relation to children and young people;

being a reference point for members of the profession, governmental organisations and pressure groups interested in children law and practice;

funding or co-funding research where we perceive gaps in knowledge or evidence relating to changes in policy and practice in children proceedings; and

responding to consultations issued by both Government and non-Governmental organisations on diverse issues arising for children and young people.

Resolution Collaborative Family Lawyer

Resolution's members follow a Code of Practice that promotes a constructive approach to family issues and considers the needs of the whole family. The adoption of the Code has fundamentally changed the way family law is practised.

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Resolution's members follow a Code of Practice that promotes a constructive approach to family issues and considers the needs of the whole family. The adoption of the Code has fundamentally changed the way family law is practised.

The Law Society

Our vision is to promote, protect and support solicitors, the rule of law and justice in England and Wales. The Law Society is the professional body for solicitors and a place where you can connect, grow and thrive. We're here to support you at every stage of your career, from qualification through to retirement, and to advocate on the issues solicitors have told us matter most.

Conveyancing Quality Scheme

Our Conveyancing Quality Scheme Accreditation is the quality mark for legal experts that shows a law firm is highly skilled and trustworthy when it comes to handling property transactions, such as buying or selling homes.

Resolution Specialist

Resolution’s Specialist Accreditation Scheme recognises members who demonstrate skilled expertise in specific areas of family law or family finances, and follow our Code of Practice. Resolution’s specialist accreditation is a mark of excellence in practice, recognised by the public, fellow professionals, the judiciary and the Legal Aid Agency.

Accredited specialists can be easily identified on our member search directory and can promote their specialist status with our accreditation logo and client leaflet.

Resolution holds two rounds of Specialist Accreditation each year. The spring round is open to family lawyers and the Autumn round is for both lawyers and financial professionals.

Gaining specialist accreditation is a rigorous two-part process assessed by skilled Resolution experts. Candidates must demonstrate how they meet the competencies, whilst embedding Resolution’s code of Practice. Assessment involves:

A core assignment set over a specific weekend. Assessing your ability to fulfil required competencies.

A portfolio of evidence demonstrating expertise in two areas of practice. You have approximately eight weeks to complete the portfolio.