Overview:
A mother of three approached Lawal Chambers seeking full custody of her children following a breakdown of her marriage. The case involved serious allegations of domestic violence and child welfare concerns that required sensitive and urgent legal intervention.
The Challenge:
The opposing party was represented by a well resourced legal team and contested custody aggressively. There were conflicting accounts of the home environment and the welfare of the children was at the centre of a highly emotional and complex dispute.
Our Approach:
Our family law team gathered extensive evidence including medical reports, school records and witness statements to build a compelling case for our client. We engaged child welfare experts and presented a detailed parenting plan to the court demonstrating our client’s ability to provide a safe and stable environment for the children.
The Outcome:
The court awarded full custody of all three children to our client. The opposing party was granted supervised visitation rights only. A domestic violence protection order was also issued to ensure our client’s safety and that of the children.
Project Details
- Category: Family Law
- Client: Confidential
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Year Completed: 2023
- Court: Lagos State High Court — Family Division
- Outcome: Won — Full Custody Granted