CHILDREN'S RIGHTS

A child of 12 is presumed by the law to be old enough to have a view about matters that are likely to affect them - such as where or with whom they are to live after their parents separate. As a parent you are obliged to take account of their views if they wish to express them. This is not the same as asking them to choose. They only need to say what they think and only if they really want to.

A child of 12 (sometimes younger) can have his or her own lawyer to help them when their views and that of their parent or parents differ greatly from their own. This can include legal representation (with Legal Aid) in any court action where there is a dispute about residence or contact.

Rowena McIntosh and Anne McTaggart both have extensive experience in acting for and representing children in these situations. Rowena is often asked by the Courts to take on the role of curator for a child. That means she protects the child¹s interests throughout a court case

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