Abstract

The best interests of children are the central criterion in child access proceedings and therefore guide the actions of family courts. Nevertheless, there is no specific definition of the best interests of the child in such proceedings; the relationship between the best interests and the will of the child is also unclear. In this book, the author examines this problem and develops her own definition of the best interests of the child in access proceedings. Based on this, the roles of the professional parties involved in the proceedings and their power to act, both of which are anchored in legislation, are examined with the aim of optimising the solution to the access dispute in a way that is in the best interests of the child. The book explores the potential for improvement in terms of legislation and legal practice and makes concrete proposals for action.

Full Text
Paper version not known

Talk to us

Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have

Schedule a call

Disclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.