Child Law Advice Line: 0808 802 0008

Do you need legal advice on an issue affecting your child or family? 

The Child Law Advice Line provides free legal advice and information on all aspects of English law and policy affecting children and families. Your call will be treated confidentially, respectfully and professionally. 

Our legal advice line is open 8.00am to 8.00pm, Monday to Friday, except on bank holidays and the Christmas period. A voicemail facility is available outside these hours. 

Please read our terms and conditions, and tips on using our helpline.

Please note that we can only advise residents of England, and cannot advise you if you have a Solicitor acting for you, or your matter is in relation to criminal law.

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Cost of calls

Calls to the Child Law Advice Line are free from landlines and most mobiles: 3, O2, Orange, T-mobile, Virgin and Vodafone.

Accreditation

The Child Law Advice Line has been accredited by the The Helplines Association.