Pro bono · Family safety

Return of a Mother and Child from Germany to Russia

The team provided pro bono legal support to a mother and child returning from Germany to Russia in difficult personal circumstances.

Situation

  • The situation involved a risk of domestic violence.
  • The safety of the client and child was the immediate priority.
  • The return involved cross-border legal considerations.
  • Legal support was provided on a pro bono basis.

Support provided

AssessmentReviewed the circumstances and immediate legal risks.
Safety strategyIdentified a legally informed and safety-focused course of action.
Cross-border issuesConsidered the requirements connected with the return.
SupportSupported the client and child throughout the relevant steps.

Legal issue

01

Safety

Kept the protection of the mother and child at the centre of the legal strategy.

02

Legal status

Assessed the client's legal status and circumstances.

03

Cross-border context

Addressed the international legal aspects of the return.

Supported next stage

The team provided pro bono legal support focused on the safe return of the mother and child.

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