Child Law law

Child Law Solicitors in Manchester

There are 12 law firms in Manchester that handle child law matters, registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Child arrangements, care proceedings, adoption and special guardianship.

Child Law firms in Manchester

Nearest to the city centre first
  1. Ship Canal House, 98 King Street, Manchester, M2 4WU

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +8 more
    <0.1 mi 4 offices
  2. Simpson Millar LLP

    SRA authorised

    The Lincoln, Lincoln Square, Brazennose Street, Manchester, M2 5AD

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Employment
    • Child Law
    • +1 more
    0.1 mi 8 offices
  3. Gordon and Thompson Ltd

    SRA authorised

    95A Princess Street, Manchester, M1 4HT

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +10 more
    0.2 mi 11 offices
  4. St James Tower, 1st floor, Room 107, 7 Charlotte Street, Manchester, M1 4DZ

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +4 more
    0.2 mi 18 offices
  5. Prosperity Law LLP

    SRA authorised

    Vantage Point, 4 Hardman Street, Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3HF

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • +11 more
    0.3 mi 4 offices
  6. Brabners LLP

    SRA authorised

    100 Barbirolli Square, Manchester, M2 3BD

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +9 more
    0.3 mi 5 offices
  7. MSB Solicitors Limited

    SRA authorised

    Blackfriars House, Parsonage, Manchester, M3 2JA

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +7 more
    0.3 mi 7 offices
  8. Browne Jacobson LLP

    SRA authorised

    Spinningfields, 1 Hardman Square, Manchester, M3 3EB

    • Wills & Trusts
    • Probate
    • Conveyancing
    • Employment
    • +8 more
    0.3 mi 6 offices
  9. Excello Law Limited

    SRA authorised

    3 Hardman Square, Manchester, M3 3EB

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Immigration
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +11 more
    0.3 mi 12 offices
  10. Ison Harrison Limited

    SRA authorised

    Cubo Mezzanine, No 1 Spinningfields, Manchester, M3 3EB

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +8 more
    0.3 mi 29 offices
  11. Weightmans LLP

    SRA authorised

    No1 Spinningfields, 1 Hardman Square, Manchester, M3 3EB

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Wills & Trusts
    • +12 more
    0.3 mi 10 offices
  12. Imd Solicitors LLP

    SRA authorised

    Suite 1N-C, 1st Floor, Trafford House, Chester Rd, Stretford, Manchester, M32 0RS

    • Family & Divorce
    • Personal Injury
    • Criminal Defence
    • Immigration
    • +7 more
    2.3 mi 3 offices

About child law solicitors

Child law solicitors deal with disputes and decisions about children. They help separated parents agree where a child will live and how they spend time with each parent. They also represent parents, grandparents and children when a local authority is involved, for example in care proceedings.

Read our guide to child law solicitors

Frequently asked questions

How many child law solicitors are there in Manchester?

We list 12 firms with an office in Manchester that handle child law matters, about 43% of local law firms.

How do I choose a child law solicitor in Manchester?

Shortlist two or three firms, check each one's registration with the SRA register, and ask about their experience with cases like yours, who will handle your matter, and how they charge.

How much does a child law solicitor cost?

Fees depend on the complexity of your matter. Many firms offer a free or fixed-fee first consultation. Ask for a written estimate, including any additional costs.

Do grandparents have rights to see grandchildren?

Grandparents do not have an automatic right, but they can ask the court for permission to apply for a child arrangements order.

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