ISBN 0955075130 ISBN 13 9780955075131 Author Michael Robinson Publisher Orana Publishing BIC Code LNMK (Family law: children) Price £9.99 Primary market: England and Wales |  |
Magistrates Magazine Review - June 2007
| 'This is one of those books which you wish didn’t have to be written. However, as it says in the introduction that ‘following divorce, up to a fifth of parents lose contact with their children’, it is good to find that someone has chosen to write about this subject and put children at the forefront of any discussions and the decisions which need to be made. Through the use of plain English, Michael Robinson clearly and succinctly leads parents through the various routes they may take, explaining even the most basic of matters, such as tips for court attendance. Frank advice is given and if it is unlikely that a parent is going to be granted a residence order then it is explained why. Without being prescriptive, he also suggests that parents use mediation if at all possible. The book is supplemented by a comprehensive and up to date website, www.thecustodyminefield.com, which offers discussion forums, chat rooms and surveys. In my opinion this book should be made available to any parents who are separating – it could save them a lot of expense in legal fees.' |
 | Michael Robinson has clearly done his researh for this book and the result is a clear concise guide on all aspects of separation and divorce and your children. Broken down into relevant sections, including: The Legal Process, Parental Responsibilities and Rights and Crisis Situations, this book will equip you with the know-how to ensure that your children continue to have a full and loving relationship with you after separation from your partner. What stands out the most is the way Robinson manages to present the information in a completely gender neutral way - emphasising the importance, and need for both parents in the children's lives and thus strengthening the argument for shared parenting. The Custody Minefield is completely child focussed throughout, reminding parents that although they may be experiencing difficulties themselves, they must put these aside as the child's interests are paramount: "Children adjust more quickly to parental separation when their parents work collaboratively in their upbringing, and remain civil". I would recommend this book to anyone affected by parental separation and especially to FNF volunteers. Reviewed by Rebecca Kingdom-Kruszewski in McKenzie Magazine (Families Need Fathers) |
| Other Reviews This gem of information, explanation and reference offers parents a way through the minefield of feelings, needs and the law in all its complexity. Those facing these situations will find in these pages, not just contact details but explanations of things and places that form the path of the process. Michael’s attention to detail has provided an immense wealth of material, put together in a way that any parent caught up in this way can use as support, guide and friend when these givens of humanity seem suddenly to have been ripped away. Justine Oldfield-Rowell - Chair of the Association for Independent Practitioners, a Division of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy BBC RADIO CUMBRIA The Ian Timms Show BBC SOUTHERN COUNTIES RADIO The Gordon Astley Show | 'An excellent book which deals with every aspect of the legal process for parents who separate, it is written in a clear and easy-to-follow way. The author covers everything from mediation to instructing a solicitor, from what happens in different courts to tips on court attendance.' 'This book is packed with advice, and the author sets out clearly what the options for parents are and range of services available. Robinson has written a very helpful book - it is easy to follow and well referenced' 'If you're going through divorce or separation and there are children involved, The Custody Minefield is an indispensable guide to getting though the trauma of custody and coming out the other side as intact as possible. Highly recommended.' |
Chapter Headings 1.0 The Legal Process 1.1 Mediation 1.2 Choosing Legal Representation 1.3 Funding Your Court Case 1.4 Instructing a Solicitor 1.5 Preparing for Court 1.6 Different Courts and Court Etiquette 1.7 The Court Case 1.8 Tips for Court Attendance 1.9 Confidentiality in Court 1.10 Correspondence 2.0 The Welfare Checklist and Court Orders 2.1 The Welfare Checklist 2.2 Contact Order 2.3 Residence Order 2.4 Joint Residence Order 2.5 Emergency Protection Order 2.6 Recovery Order 2.7 Prohibited Steps Order 2.8 Specific Issue Order 2.9 Family Assistance Order 2.10 Enforcing Contact and Residence 3.0 Parental Responsibility and Rights 3.1 How you obtain Parental Responsibility 3.2 Your Right to Medical Information 3.3 Your Right to Involvement in Your Child's Schooling 3.4 Your Right to Involvement in a Child's Early Education 3.5 Other Matters - Including Religion and Corporal Punishment 3.6 Tips for Making Complaints 4.0 Expert Witnesses and Being Assessed 4.1 Social Services 4.2 CAFCASS 4.3 Forensic Psychologists 4.4 Tips for Assessment Interviews 5.0 Crisis Situations 5.1 Domestic Child Abduction 5.2 International Child Abduction 5.3 Domestic Violence 5.4 Sexual Abuse 5.5 Mental Health Problems 5.6 Assessment under Section 2 of the Mental Health Act 1989 5.7 False Allegations 5.8 Upheld Allegations 5.9 Stress and Emotions 5.10 Helping your Children Cope Appendices A Glossary of Terms B Sources C Useful Contacts D End Notes E Index |
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