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ex wants access to child after 3 years no contact. On low salary but not low enough to get legal aid. Many valid reasons why ex should not see child. Solicitors fees extremely high - does anyone know where or if I can get assistance. Doesn't seem fair that I am being penalised for wanting the best for my child.

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  • feelinggood_2
    feelinggood_2 Posts: 11,115 Forumite
    What are the valid reasons?

    Would you allow access in a Contact Centre?
    http://www.naccc.org.uk/
    Stay-at-home, attached Mummy to a 23lb 10oz, 11 month old baby boy.
  • dehaani
    dehaani Posts: 604 Forumite
    Doesn't seem fair that I am being penalised for wanting the best for my child.
    Who is penalising you?
  • mummy_Jay
    mummy_Jay Posts: 495 Forumite
    edited 20 January 2010 at 11:21AM
    How old is the child?

    I am assuming he has got himself a solicitor.

    Is it just a letter from his solicitor or has he invoked the court process?

    Some solicitors do free legal clinic or free first hour (but be aware they will be trying to get your business), they could at least give you a feel for if the court would consider your reasons strong enough to maintain the current level of access.

    Did he have an access agreement in place previously?
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