Top 10 of 1,643 law firms for Adoption and Special Guardianship, Child Law

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This area covers adoption, which ends the legal parent–child relationship and creates a new permanent status for a child, and special guardianship, which grants long‑term parental rights without full adoption. A solicitor helps with court applications for adoption or Special Guardianship Orders, drafts and files petitions, prepares evidence and welfare reports, coordinates with local authorities and birth relatives, and represents the client at hearings in the family court under the Adoption and Children Act 2002 and related legislation.

Where a solicitor protects your position

The decisive steps involve court orders that permanently shape the child’s upbringing and legal rights. A solicitor ensures timely, properly evidenced applications, monitors consent requirements, and navigates any implications for inheritance, contact, and parental responsibilities. Delays or errors can affect the child’s future stability and the family’s legal position.

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Michael Hicks

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Michael Hicks assisted me during divorce proceedings and child act proceedings. He is extremely approachable, professional yet empathetic lawyer. My case was complex (divorce, family matters, contact of non resident parent and child) and dragged due to my ex partner being unreasonable. However I am confident that I would not achieve what I did without the help of well informed and extremely efficient solicitor. If I was to use legal assistance in the future Michael would be the first person to contact. Thank you

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I had a very sensitive complex matter regarding my children, Lucy has been amazing in guiding me through this. The out come of the case was more than i ever expected to achieve, this was down to Lucy and her very professional and caring approach. I am more than happy to recommend Lucy and her to team to anyone. Thank you again from me and my children.

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Zishan Zaman

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I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Zishan at M & K Solicitors Ltd for his outstanding support during my child custody case. From start to finish, he was professional, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable. Zishan took the time to clearly explain every step of the process and ensured I fully understood my options. He was always responsive, patient, and reassuring during what was a very stressful and emotional time. His dedication and expertise made a significant difference in my case, and I truly felt that he had both my best interests and my child’s wellbeing at heart. I would highly recommend Zishan to anyone in need of legal assistance, particularly in family and child custody matters.

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Terri Anson-Dean

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I cannot thank Terri Anson-Dean enough for her exceptional support, professionalism, and dedication throughout a very challenging family matter. From the beginning, Terri provided clear advice, practical guidance, and reassurance during what was often a stressful and emotionally demanding process. She was always well prepared, responsive, and committed to achieving a fair outcome. Her attention to detail and understanding of the legal issues gave me confidence at every stage. Thanks to Terri's hard work and persistence, we were able to successfully navigate court proceedings and reach a positive outcome. Throughout the process, she remained calm, professional, and focused on what was most important, particularly the best interests of the children and the fair resolution of the issues involved. I am deeply grateful not only for Terri's legal expertise but also for the care, patience, and encouragement she showed throughout. She went above and beyond to support me during a very difficult period of my life. I would highly recommend Terri Anson-Dean to anyone seeking a knowledgeable, dedicated, and compassionate family solicitor. Thank you, Terri, for everything you have done for me and my family.

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