Residence

What is residence?

How do we decide where the child shall live?

What if I was not married to the other parent?

Does residence mean I can make decisions without interference?

At what age can a child decide where they want to live?

What happens if the non-resident parent does not return the child?

What happens if parents cannot decide where the child shall live?

Is the other parent entitled to attend school meetings?

Should the other parent be helping financially?

If parents cannot agree they can try mediation

What is a residence order?

Who can apply for a residence order?

Getting a residence order

How will the court decide whether to give me leave?

What happens once an application is made?

How long will it take to get a residence order?

What are the effects of a residence order?

When does a residence order expire?

Can a residence order be made in favour of more than one person?

What happens when a child wants to live with the other parent?

Can a child make an application to court?

On what basis will the court reach a decision?

CAFCASS

What if I am unhappy about my visit with the CAFCASS reporter?

Will the CAFCASS reporter attend court?

Appealing the court order