What Is a McKenzie Friend?
A McKenzie Friend supports people who are representing themselves in court, often known as a “litigant in person.”
They can assist with things such as:
Preparing court documents
Organising paperwork and evidence
Explaining the court process in plain English
Taking notes during hearings
Providing calm guidance and support throughout proceedings
A McKenzie Friend is not a solicitor or barrister and cannot usually speak on your behalf in court unless permission is granted by the judge.
At , we provide practical, straightforward support for people navigating the family court system across the UK.
This includes matters involving:
Child arrangements
Divorce and separation
Financial proceedings
Non-molestation orders
Occupation orders
General family court guidance and preparation
We understand how overwhelming family court can feel because we’ve experienced the process ourselves. Our approach combines clear, structured support with genuine empathy, helping clients feel more prepared, informed, and confident throughout every stage of their case.
Meet Jamie
Support Through Family Court Without The Confusion.
Hi, I’m Jamie, founder of North West McKenzie Friend Support Ltd.
Having personally experienced the family court process myself, I understand how overwhelming, stressful and isolating it can feel when you’re trying to navigate everything alone.
My role is to provide calm, practical support to people representing themselves in family court — helping with paperwork, preparation, guidance and understanding the process clearly.
I’m not a solicitor, and I don’t pretend to be. What I offer is straightforward, honest support from someone who genuinely understands how difficult these situations can be.
Whether you’re dealing with child arrangements, court hearings, Cafcass involvement or simply don’t know where to start, my aim is to help you feel more prepared, informed and supported throughout the process.
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