Articles on family law for neurodivergent families: autism, ADHD, child arrangements, finances and the Family Court.
For clients who are neurodivergent — or caring for a neurodivergent child — navigating the family court system can come with additional challenges. Whether you’re dealing with divorce, a financial settlement, or a dispute about child arrangements, the court process is not always designed with cognitive difference in mind. Recognising this, the Family Justice Council…
When a relationship ends, there will need to be some discussions or negotiations about how finances are to be dealt with. If your child is neurodivergent, they will have additional needs. This financial settlement will primarily need to consider the financial needs of a child. This will be a priority of the court and should…
When parents separate, they will try to agree arrangements for their children between themselves. If they are unable to agree on a plan, they may attend mediation, and eventually court, as they work towards establishing a fixed timetable for a child’s time. When parents of a neurodivergent child separate, it can present greater challenges. The…
At Rainscourt Family Law Solicitors, we are acutely aware of the unique challenges that autistic people may face when dealing with the family court system. This recognition is echoed by our listing as a recommended resource on the National Autistic Society’s directory. We understand that for autistic people, the complexity and formality of legal proceedings…
