We advise and represent clients in cases involving children’s rights, guardianship, custody, and care, ensuring decisions made are in the best interest of the children.
At J. Chesaro & Company Advocates, we recognize that children are vulnerable members of society who require special legal consideration, care, and protection. Our team of experienced family lawyers is dedicated to safeguarding the rights and best interests of children in all legal disputes and decisions affecting their future.
We handle a broad range of children’s matters with compassion, discretion, and a deep understanding of the legal framework that governs children’s rights in Kenya.
Our Services Include:
Custody and Parental Responsibility:
We advise and represent parents and guardians in child custody disputes, helping to resolve disputes in a way that prioritises the best interests of the child.
We can pursue parental responsibility orders, define roles in decision-making, and help resolve disputes over a child’s education, health care, and religion.
Maintenance and Support:
We help to establish financial support obligations for children, ensuring their daily needs — food, education, health care, and accommodation — are adequately provided for.
We also advise on variations or enforcement of maintenance orders when financial circumstances change or a parent fails to pay.
Guardianship Applications:
We facilitate the appointment of legal guardians where parents are unavailable or incapacitated, and we advise prospective guardians on their responsibilities and duties toward the child.
Protection from Abuse or Neglect:
We act to protect children from abuse, neglect, and harmful practices, securing protective orders and intervening in cases where children are at risk of harm.
Adoptions:
We guide prospective adopters through the legal process of adopting a child, ensuring all procedures are followed and the best interests of the child remain the central consideration.
Other Children’s Rights Disputes:
We advise and represent children and their families in cases involving education disputes, health care decisions, relocation, and other matters affecting their well-being.
Why Choose Us?
- Child-Centric Approach: Our team always puts the child’s best interests first, in keeping with Kenya’s Children’s Act and international conventions.
- Compassion and Support: We appreciate the sensitive nature of cases involving children and handle all matters with discretion and understanding.
- Practical Solutions: We aim to resolve disputes through mediation or negotiation where appropriate, while remaining ready to pursue litigation when necessary.
- Comprehensive Experience: Our lawyers have extensive knowledge of the legal framework governing children’s rights, allowing us to provide tailored and effective solutions.
At J. Chesaro & Company Advocates, we are dedicated to protecting children’s futures and well-being. Whatever your situation — whether you’re a parent, guardian, or caregiver — we can help you navigate the legal process in a way that safeguards their best interests.