Appeals Ignored by Judges – Identifying a True Public-Law Failure (and not a bad decision)
When an appeal is ignored, delay can feel unlawful — but Judicial Review has strict limits. This guide explains when silence may amount to a public-law failure and when it does not.
February 6, 2026/by jessica susan hillJudicial Review: When It Is — and Isn’t — the Right Route
Judicial Review is not a second appeal. This foundational guide explains when Judicial Review is legally available, when it will fail, and how litigants in person can use AI responsibly to assess whether JR is the right route — before time and energy are wasted.
February 6, 2026/by jessica susan hillShould an Ex-Partner’s Allegations Be Taken at Face Value in Family Court?
Are allegations in family court automatically believed? This article explains the real standard of proof, how fact-finding works, and why courts act cautiously even before allegations are decided.
January 28, 2026/by jessica susan hillHe Raised His Fist While We’re Still Living Together — What Do I Do Now?
When threats happen during divorce, safety comes first. This guide explains urgent protective orders, what to do immediately, and how the Family Court responds.
January 28, 2026/by jessica susan hillFreelance Family Court Support | Remote | Hourly
Practical, remote family court support on an hourly basis for solicitors, barristers, law firms and litigants in person navigating complex private law and safeguarding matters.
January 27, 2026/by jessica susan hillWhen Home Education Becomes a Criminal Prosecution
When a decision to home educate escalates into criminal prosecution, parents are often left shocked and unprepared. This practical guide explains School Attendance Orders, Single Justice Procedure Notices, and how litigants in person can challenge unfair process lawfully and calmly.
January 26, 2026/by jessica susan hillClosing the DBS Loophole: Why Civil Harassment Orders Must Appear on Enhanced DBS Checks
Enhanced DBS checks are widely relied upon as a cornerstone of safeguarding, yet they currently omit certain civil court outcomes designed to protect victims from repeated harassment. This article examines the safeguarding gap created by the non-disclosure of civil harassment orders and court undertakings, explains why these outcomes matter in child and vulnerable-adult contexts, and considers the case for urgent reform to ensure that safeguarding decisions are informed, proportionate, and grounded in reality.
January 17, 2026/by jessica susan hillLegal Tech Investment in Q4 2025: What It Really Means for Litigants in Person
Q4 2025 marked a reset in legal tech investment. This article explains what that shift really means for litigants in person — and why clarity, structure, and process matter more than ever in family court.
January 17, 2026/by jessica susan hillUSEFUL LINKS
If you are representing yourself in family court, the following independent and authoritative resources may assist you in understanding procedure, safeguarding processes, and available support.
- – GOV.UK – Family Court Guidance
- – HM Courts & Tribunals Service – Court Forms & Fees
- – Cafcass – Understanding Cafcass
- – Advicenow – Practical Guides for LiPs
- – McKenzie Friends Official Guidance
- – Support Through Court
- – Rights of Women – Family Law & Abuse Guidance
- – Family Law in the 21st Century (Baroness Hale)
- – Inside the UK Supreme Court
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