Care Proceedings Solicitors Shropshire & Mid Wales – Expert Legal Support for Children Matters
At PCB Solicitors, we understand how distressing and complex it can be when Social Services at the Local Authority become involved in your family life. Whether you are facing care proceedings or navigating the pre-proceedings process, our dedicated team is here to help.
As trusted care proceedings solicitors in Shropshire and Mid Wales, we have extensive experience guiding parents, guardians, and family members through these sensitive issues with clarity and compassion. We aim to secure the best possible outcome for you and your child.
If you are searching for a reliable “child care lawyer near me” or need urgent legal advice, contact us today.
Social Services Involvement and Pre-Proceedings Process:
When the Local Authority raises concerns about a child’s welfare, they may begin the pre-proceedings process to explore solutions before formal court action. This includes:
- Meetings with parents or guardians to discuss concerns.
- Formulating plans for support, monitoring, and assessment.
- Aiming to resolve issues without the need for court proceedings.
Legal aid is available, and having an experienced solicitor at your side ensures your rights are protected. If you have received a Letter Before Proceedings or Letter of intent, itis vital to seek legal advice promptly.
Call us on 01743 248 148 or contact us online to arrange a consultation at any of our offices across Shrewsbury, Telford, Church Stretton, Ludlow, Knighton, or Newtown.
Care Proceedings:
If concerns are not resolved and the Local Authority believes a child is at risk of significant harm, they may initiate care proceedings. Outcomes can include:
- Care Orders – Granting the Local Authority parental responsibility.
- Supervision Orders – Allowing the child to stay at home under supervision.
- Emergency Protection Orders – For urgent safeguarding.
- Placement Orders – Allowing the placement of a child for adoption.
Having an experienced family law solicitor for care proceedings is essential to ensure your voice is heard, your case is properly presented, and the evidence is thoroughly challenged where needed.
Why Choose PCB Solicitors?
PCB Solicitors have decades of experience in family law and care proceedings. We are accredited specialists with lawyers who are Law Society Children Law and Law Society Advanced Family Law accredited. PCB Solicitors also holds Lexcel accreditation ensuring high standards for client care and practice management. We provide transparent advice, compassionate support, and robust representation. We are also highly rated on Review Solicitors and Google.
Our expert team of solicitors, legal executives and assistants work collaboratively to provide a seamless, supportive service at every stage of your case.
Legal Aid and Funding for Care Proceedings:
Legal aid is automatically available for parents and others with parental responsibility involved in care proceedings.
PCB Solicitors – your trusted local care proceedings solicitor in Shropshire.
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"Ruth Harris and her team, especially Hannah Dilks, provided excellent professional advice and service, over a protracted divorce settlement, enabling financial closure with a fair outcome for both parties. I would recommend both Ruth and PCB to anyone in the future requiring legal help and advice. Many thanks again to all."Richard
"I dealt with Ruth Harris throughout and she was excellent. I found that I could trust her completely for help, guidance, advise and even a friendly ear. She made a very difficult process more bearable and I cannot thank her enough."Chris
"I needed some help advice from a solicitor. I called PCB who were very efficient and friendly on the phone. Staff assured me that a solicitor would be in touch. Almost immediately I was contacted by Ruth and given very good sound advice. Ruth was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable. I was given the advice over the phone and then in writing via an email. Ruth provided me with her direct contact number and email address which made a huge difference to me. It allowed me to get instant answers. But the most important point I want to make is that all the staff were very friendly and approachable and the biggest point is that they and Ruth have spoken in a plane and easy manner rather than the usual way where none of the advise makes any sense. I would most definitely use PCB again. Can’t fault their service and approach."Mike