Know Your Rights – When Should You Speak To A Child Abduction Solicitor

If you live in the UK, you should know that it is illegal to remove a child under the age of 16 from the country for more than 28 days, without the consent of the other parent.

At MHHP Law, we act under the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction, an agreement between various countries which aims to bring your kids home promptly and safely. It’s crucial that you seek legal advice if:

• Your children have been taken overseas without your parental consent (i.e. International parent-child abduction)
• Your children are retained in another country, following an agreed holiday or trip overseas (i.e. Retention without parental consent)
• You are facing abduction threats, and your kids are at risk of being taken overseas without your consent

How Can MHHP Law Help

There a number of steps that we can take to prevent your child from being removed from England and Wales such as:

• Applying for a Prohibited Steps Order to prevent your child from being taken abroad
• Order for the surrender of your child’s passport
• Instituting a Port Alert

Nobody wants to lose contact with their own kids against their will. We work with you to ensure your family can be reunited even from beyond the border. 

Why Choose Our Child Law Solicitor Services?

At MHHP Law, we help families navigate the tricky legal aspects of separation. When you work with us, you’ll always benefit from: 

• Direct Communication – your child abduction solicitor is always one call or email away, from the very first contact throughout the process.
• Services to Suit You – when it comes to post-divorce parental support, there’s no one-size-fits-all. You’ll get a strategy tailored to your unique situation and get all the support you need, no matter what stage of the separation process you are at.
• Empathetic Advice – Our legal professionals are trained to provide you with confidentiality, peace of mind and constant ongoing support. 
• Supporting London & The UK – All of our consultation appointments are available remotely as well as in person, so we can assist you from wherever you are. 
• Clear Language – We provide pragmatic, sensible solutions explained in simple terms, so you can get 100% clarity on your situation and stay informed & empowered.

We hold a strong reputation for successful outcomes and satisfied clients – check out their kind words about our services here.

Keep Your Family Close With MHHP Child Law Advice Services

In matters of child abduction, or risk of child abduction, time is of the essence. Speak with our dedicated MHHP international child abduction solicitor today not only to ensure your kids return home but that they stay safe throughout the process.

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