Why choose HAB Law?
It is common for Social Services to become involved if there are concerns about a child being abused or neglected. Once Social Services become involved with your children, there is a process which it must generally undergo prior to the commencement of any Court proceedings. This is called the Public Law Outline and will involve your having to attend meetings with a Social Worker and possibly other professionals. If the Local Authority is of the opinion that no further work can be done to reduce the risk to the child, it will usually serve a notice upon a parent to the effect that it intends to issue care proceedings.
We can help right from the commencement of any investigations by the Local Authority in ensuring that you have proper representation at any meetings and are provided with the right legal advice. We will advise you when it is appropriate to cooperate with the Local Authority and what you will need to do to ensure that any concerns of the Local Authority are suitably addressed.
