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Follow developments in family court procedure in England and Wales, including changes to court guidance, reporting, case management, the Child Focused Courts approach and other procedural reforms.

JSH Law explains what an official update says, what remains uncertain and what it may mean in practice for litigants in person.

Check publication dates and current rules before relying on procedural information for a live case.

JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

When Support Becomes Risk: Domestic Abuse Advocacy, McKenzie Friends and Access to Justice in Family Court

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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.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

The Use of AI in Preparing Court Documents: Why the Civil Justice Council Consultation Matters

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The Civil Justice Council has launched an eight-week consultation…

Family Court Procedural Updates (Last 12 Months): What Litigants in Person Need to Know

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Family Court procedure changes more often than most litigants in person realise. Amendments to the Family Procedure Rules, updates to Practice Directions such as PD12B and PD12J, developments in transparency reporting, and continued digital court reform can all affect how your case is managed. If you rely on outdated guidance, you risk delay, non-compliance, or procedural disadvantage. This article outlines the key procedural developments affecting Family Court proceedings over the last 12 months, explains why they matter, and identifies where you should check for future updates. Staying current is not optional — the court expects compliance with the rules as they stand today, not as they were when you first began your case.