Family Law
Prohibited Steps Orders Solicitors in Brighton
If you are concerned that your child’s other parent may undertake an action that could affect your child, or you do not agree with, or you were not consulted on, a Prohibited Steps Order (PSO) could be obtained to afford the protection your child needs.
Family Law
Protecting Your Child with a Prohibited Steps Order
Our Brighton-based family law solicitors have extensive experience helping parents protect their child through Prohibited Steps Orders. We have experience, expertise and obtain results in resolving these matters both without court involvement, and through the court.
We appreciate how worrying these situations can be, and our team is here to provide clear legal advice and effective representation.
Common uses of a Prohibited Steps Order
- Preventing a parent from removing your child from England and taking them on holiday without your permission
- Preventing a parent from relocating with your child to another country, or another area of England and Wales
- Preventing a change of your child's school or education setting
- Preventing a medical decision from being taken, such as vaccinations or a medical procedure
- Preventing your child from spending time with a specific person due to safeguarding concerns
The Law
What Is a Prohibited Steps Order?
A Prohibited Steps Order is a court order under the Children Act 1989 that prevents a parent from taking an action in relation to a child without the court’s permission or without the other parents’ permission. It is an application that places a restriction on a parent regarding a certain action.
These are usually applied for if: (1) the child’s other parent has not involved you in a decision and you do not agree with them taking that action; (2) you can’t agree with the other parent regarding an action one parent wishes to take; (3) you are concerned the other parent may do something without your knowledge or permission, and you need to act.
How we can help
- Advise you on whether a PSO is the right step for your situation
- Apply for an emergency PSO if urgent action is needed
- Represent you in court proceedings
- Negotiate with the other parent to resolve matters without court
- Help you understand your parental rights and responsibilities
Our Support
How Our Solicitors Can Help
We will support you through every stage of the process. From your first contact with our firm, you will be met with support, dedication to your case, and transparency regarding how your case will be handled and progressed.
Throughout your case, we will
- Listen to your concerns and intentions
- Advise you on the merit of your case and your options, clearly
- Provide you with a transparent breakdown of the costs
- Keep you updated throughout as to the latest position
- Assist with negotiation and correspondence with the other party
- Discuss alternative methods to court resolution
- Represent you at court if proceedings are necessary