Family law services

Our team of professionals is here to provide support, centering to the needs of families in various situations. Whether you are going through a separation, considering adoption, or seeking family mediation, we offer dedicated support and guidance. Additionally, we specialize in handling matters related to maintenance, custody, and visitation agreements, ensuring that your family's best interests are at the forefront.

On this website

Child welfare supervisor appointments and contact details
Here you can find our contact information.
Agreements and arrangements relating to the child
We will assist you and the other parent in reaching mutual agreements that prioritize the best interests of your child. On this website, you can find our services relating to child custody, living arrangements, visitation rights and maintenance.
Determining parenthood
You can get support from the city’s child welfare supervisor in matters relating to determining parenthood.
Adoption
You can contact us with any questions about adoption. On this website, you can find our services relating to adoption.
Guidance from child welfare supervisors
We advise you when you are looking for information about the determination of paternity and maternity as well as agreements relating to child custody, living arrangements, visitation rights and maintenance.
Frequently asked questions
Here you can find answers to frequently asked questions about to separation and child custody, living arrangements, visitation rights and maintenance.
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Separation in a family with children

You don’t have to be alone with your thoughts when trying to decide whether to separate from your partner or continue living with them. Help is available to you in your difficult situation.

Read more on the Separation in a family with children page

You can also find this page at hel.fi/family-law-services.