The Unregulated Legal Support Market Is Changing – And Not Everyone Will Survive Mazur | JSH Law
The legal support market is entering a new phase. After Mazur, structure and compliance will define who succeeds.
Author Archive for: Jessica Susan Hill
Entries by Jessica Susan Hill
McKenzie Friend vs Running Your Case: Where the Legal Line Now Sits After Mazur
There is a clear legal line between support and running a case. After Mazur, understanding that distinction is essential for litigants in person.
Could Your Case Be Invalid? The Hidden Risk After Mazur
The biggest risk in your case may not be the evidence—it may be who is running it. Here’s what Mazur means for litigants in person.
McKenzie Friends in Family Court: What the 2010 Practice Guidance Really Means
If you are going to court without a solicitor or barrister, understanding the rules around McKenzie Friends matters. This guide breaks down the 2010 Practice Guidance into plain English, explaining what support a McKenzie Friend can provide, where the legal limits are, and what litigants in person need to know before a hearing.
Mazur Explained: The Case That Changes Who Can Run Your Court Case | JSH Law
The High Court has clarified who can legally run a case. If you’re a litigant in person, understanding Mazur could protect your position and strengthen your case.
Japan Introduces Joint Custody: What It Means for UK Family Law
Japan’s move to allow joint custody marks a major global shift in family law. But what does it reveal about the UK system—and where it still falls short in practice?
Child-Focused Courts: What the New Family Court Model Really Means for Parents and Litigants in Person
The family court is changing. With Child Focused Courts rolling out across England and Wales, parents and litigants in person need to understand what this new model really means—and how to prepare properly.
When Things Get Harder First: Faith and Family Court Lessons from Exodus 1–6
A Sunday reflection on Exodus 1–6 exploring delay, discouragement and faith, with practical guidance for litigants in person navigating family court proceedings.
When Support Becomes Risk: Domestic Abuse Advocacy, McKenzie Friends and Access to Justice in Family Court
The legal sector is facing a wellbeing crisis—but for women supporting litigants in person in family court, the issue goes deeper. This article explores the hidden risks faced by domestic abuse advocates and McKenzie Friends, and why their vulnerability is not just a personal issue, but a systemic access-to-justice concern.
Interim “No Contact” Orders in Private Law Children Cases: When “Temporary” Becomes Separation
Interim “no contact” orders in private law children cases are often framed as temporary—but can operate as long-term separation. This article examines the legal framework, the risks of early decision-making, and what litigants in person need to understand before the first hearing.