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Applications to take children into State care

The law says that it is in the best interests of a child that he or she be brought up in his or her own family. the State also recognises that there may be circumstances where a child is not receiving adequate care with their family or that their health and welfare is at risk. In those situations, Tusla has a duty to monitor the welfare of the child and if necessary, to seek to have the child taken into State care.

We can provide legal aid to help you defend Childcare proceedings such as a Care Order, Interim Care Order, Emergency Care Order and Voluntary Care Order.

We can Provide

Legal advice: Clear, confidential guidance to help you understand your rights, the process and what to expect at each stage.
Legal representation: Professional support from our solicitors and barristers to represent you in court.

Priority Applications

Applications to Take Children into State care are treated with priority in our Law Centres. All applications received in Law Centres are assessed by the managing solicitor of the Law Centre for priority.

If the Law Centre cannot offer a priority appointment or service where it is required, the applicant will be granted an authority for advice from a private practitioner or will be granted a legal aid certificate for representation in court from a private practitioner.

Client Testimonial

Shauna faced a difficult time when she received an application for an interim care order regarding her children. The legal process was daunting, but with the guidance of the Legal Aid Board, Shauna was able to be reunited with her children.

“I turned to the Legal Aid Board when I needed urgent legal advice on a care and supervision order in respect to my children.

With the support of the Legal Aid Board solicitor, I was able to get a clear understanding of the court process, confirmations of dates for court attendance, and understand the application for interim care orders. This support helped me to reunite with my children.”