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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.
April 3, 2026/by jessica susan hill

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.
April 3, 2026/by jessica susan hill

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.
April 3, 2026/by jessica susan hill

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.
April 3, 2026/by jessica susan hill

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?
April 3, 2026/by jessica susan hill

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.
April 3, 2026/by jessica susan hill

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.
March 29, 2026/by jessica susan hill

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.
March 29, 2026/by jessica susan hill