Risk of harm and / or allegations
**Risk of Harm & Domestic Violence Allegations – Family Court Support**
At **ChildrenNeedBoth**, we provide professional and compassionate support for parents facing **domestic violence allegations**, making allegations, or responding to **risk of harm concerns** in the family court. These situations are taken extremely seriously by the court, and every detail matters.
Whether you need to **inform the court about abuse**, **protect a child from harm**, or **respond to allegations made against you**, our team helps you present your side clearly, calmly, and with dignity. We guide you through every step, ensuring that your evidence is organised, your voice is heard, and your child’s safety remains the central focus.
For confidential support, call **07448 312121** or email **[email protected]**.
The family court follows strict safeguarding procedures under **PD12J** whenever allegations of domestic abuse, coercive control, or risk of harm are raised. ChildrenNeedBoth helps you understand these procedures and prepare the correct documentation, statements, evidence, and responses.
Whether you are the one raising concerns or defending yourself against accusations, we ensure the court receives a clear, structured and fair understanding of the situation.
**Your safety and your child’s welfare are our priority — speak with us today.**
### **What the Court Considers as Risk of Harm**
The family court treats any allegation of harm or abuse with utmost seriousness. This includes:
– **Physical abuse**
– **Emotional or psychological abuse**
– **Coercive and controlling behaviour**
– **Domestic violence**
– **Child endangerment or neglect**
– **Exposure to harmful behaviour**
– **Sexual abuse or inappropriate conduct**
The court may pause child arrangements, order safeguarding checks, or schedule a **Fact-Finding Hearing** to determine the truth.
We help you prepare everything necessary to ensure the court receives accurate information focused on the child’s welfare.
### **How We Support You Through Allegations**
ChildrenNeedBoth provides essential support for parents who need to:
– **Report domestic abuse or coercive control**
– **Respond to false or exaggerated allegations**
– **Prepare evidence for court (messages, statements, reports)**
– **Navigate safeguarding procedures and Cafcass checks**
– **Prepare for Fact-Finding Hearings**
– **Understand court expectations under PD12J**
– **Present a child-focused defence or allegation**
We help you stay calm, organised, and fully prepared, ensuring the court receives clear, logical and factual evidence.
**Need help preparing your statement or responding to allegations? Call us today.**
### **Safety, Protection & Court Compliance**
Our priority is ensuring that both you and your child remain safe throughout the family court process. We assist with:
– **Non-Molestation Order support**
– **Occupation Order guidance**
– **Safety planning & safeguarding advice**
– **Documenting incidents properly**
– **Communicating concerns to the court**
– **Complying with court directions**
– **Ensuring child welfare is central to the case**
We help you understand your rights, prepare your evidence, and approach the court with confidence and clarity.
**If you or your child is at risk — or if you are facing allegations — contact us immediately on 07448 312121 or email [email protected].**