Letter of Issue

Letter of Issue

When the Local Authority considers that court proceedings are necessary, or will be necessary on the birth of the child, it will send a letter of issue to the parents. The letter will inform parents that proceedings are being issued and that they should seek legal advice urgently.

What do I do when I receive a letter of issue?

When you receive a letter of issue, you must read the letter carefully and ensure that you are aware of the contents and the concerns of the Local Authority. It is very important that you seek legal advice as soon as possible after you receive the letter. Any delay in seeking legal advice may impact upon proceedings.

How can Duncan Lewis Solicitors help you?

Duncan Lewis Solicitors can advise, assist and represent you within proceedings issued by the Local Authority. Our child law team have extensive experience within this area of law and can help you to understand the concerns held by the Local Authority and advise you how to make the necessary changes and help navigate you through any court proceedings.

Duncan Lewis is recommended by The Legal 500 legal directory for its specialism in all aspects of family and children law nationwide and cross-border. The Legal 500 applauds our family and child care solicitors to be a team of lawyers that are ‘friendly professionals who take their time to understand your case’. Duncan Lewis team includes Advanced Members of the Law Society’s Family Panel, and members of the Law Society Children.

How will the matter be funded?

Duncan Lewis Solicitors are able to provide legal aid depending on the type of application that has made. Our Children Law team are able to discuss funding options with you and can assess you for legal aid. Alternatively, a fixed fee or hourly rates of a legal representative will be provided to you in advance for your full consideration. 

For expert legal advice on all family and childcare matters, contact Duncan Lewis Solicitors on 033 3772 0409.