For Solicitors & Legal Professionals
Independent Social Work Services for Solicitors
OBK Social Care Consultancy works alongside solicitors, barristers, and legal professionals involved in family and childcare proceedings across the UK.
We provide high-quality independent assessments, professional opinions, safeguarding expertise, and court-ready reports that support informed decision making and achieve the best outcomes for children and families.
Services for solicitors
Court-focused independent social work assessments, reports, and expert opinion across England and Wales.
Section 7 Reports
Independent welfare reports for the court on private and public law matters concerning a child's living arrangements and welfare.
Section 37 Assessments
Court-directed investigations into a child's circumstances where significant harm is suspected.
Parenting Capacity Assessments
In-depth analytical assessments of a parent or carer's ability to meet a child's needs now and in the future.
Pre-Birth Assessments
Risk and capacity assessments completed before birth to inform planning and safeguarding decisions.
Viability Assessments
Initial assessments of family and friends as potential carers within kinship and connected person arrangements.
Risk Assessments
Structured assessments of safeguarding risk, including domestic abuse, substance misuse, and parental mental health.
Child & Family Assessments
Holistic assessments of a child's needs, family functioning, and the support required to keep children safe.
Case File Reviews
Independent review of local authority case files, chronologies, and decision making to inform legal strategy.
Independent Professional Opinions
Clear, evidence-based written or verbal opinion to support advice to clients and submissions to court.
Expert Witness Services
Experienced expert witness work, including written reports and attendance at hearings.
Supervised Contact Reporting
Professional supervision of contact with detailed analytical reports for use in proceedings.
Why solicitors choose OBK
- Clear and analytical reporting
- Evidence-based recommendations
- Timely delivery of assessments
- Independent and impartial approach
- Strong safeguarding expertise
- Experience working within court proceedings
- Professional communication throughout the assessment process
Confidential enquiries welcomeNationwide UK serviceRemote and in-person appointments
Referral process
- 1
Initial discussion
We discuss the case, the questions for the court, and the scope of work required.
- 2
Scope of work agreed
We confirm the assessment type, timescales, and any letter of instruction.
- 3
Written quotation provided
A clear written quotation including fixed-fee or LAA-aligned rates where applicable.
- 4
Assessment completed
Robust evidence gathering, interviews, and observations carried out independently.
- 5
Court-ready report delivered
A clear, analytical, court-compliant report delivered to your agreed deadline.
Need an independent social worker for a case?
Contact OBK Social Care Consultancy to discuss your requirements. We respond to all enquiries within one working day.
Professional referrals can be submitted directly to referrals@obksocialcare.co.uk.
Confidential enquiries welcomeNationwide UK serviceRemote and in-person appointments