Want to see my kids advice needed

[shefflass5]

my brothers ex has stopped letting him see his little girls which is killing him as he loves them so much.He pays csa every month but still she wont let him see them.There is no reason that he shouldnt see them as he has no addictions ans is not violent.He cant afford a solicitor so doesnt know which way to turn to get to see them any advice please.

[cgksheff]

Were they married?

If not is he named on the birth certificate?

 

If so, he will have "Parental Responsibility" which confers him some rights.

If not he should apply to the Court for "Parental Responsibility"

 

If they cannot agree, he will have to apply to The Family Court for a "Contact Order".

 

It is hard work, but he can see it through on his own if he has reasonable common sense.

 

He should build up some basics, though.

 

Write or e-mail, and keep copies.

 

Write, explaining how he wants to maintain reasonable contact with his children and how it is important for the well-being and development of the girls.

Outline what type of regular contact he wants and where it should be taking place.

Sleepovers?

School Holidays?

Birthdays?

Xmas?

 

Alternate weekends and a midweek contact is not unreasonable, along with up to half the school holidays.

 

Keep it simple and to the point without emotion or accusation.

 

If she responds negatively or not-at-all, invite her to mediation. Talk to one or more of the mediation groups and they will explain what they can do free of charge.

Mediation will cost money, but should be attempted.

 

Finally, if all fails, apply to the Court and advise her that you have done so.

The judge will try and get them to agree, but if not they will make a contact order.

 

 

http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Parents/Lookingafterchildrenifyoudivorceorseparate/Childrendivorceseparationandcourts/DG_192819

[warrior8]

Go to a solicitor who offers legal aid.