This Resources section provides clear, practical guidance for litigants in person navigating the Family Court in England & Wales

— explaining procedure, preparation, and process in plain English.

1. Start Here

2. Family Court Proceedure

3. Cafcass & Reports Cluster

4. Domestic Abuse & Safeguarding Cluster

5. Court Skills for LIP

6. Tools, Templates, Research & Cases

Family Law Technologists: Where AI Meets Evidence, Safeguarding and Justice. My Two Penneth.

Artificial intelligence could make legal help more affordable and accessible—particularly for litigants in person. But in family law, where cases involve children, domestic abuse, confidential evidence and safeguarding risk, accuracy and human judgment are essential. Jessica Susan Hill examines the “fine structure of justice” and the six principles that must govern responsible legal AI.

FREE GUIDANCE

Access clear, practical guidance designed to help litigants in person understand family court procedure, prepare documents, and navigate hearings with confidence. All resources are written to be accessible, calm, and grounded in real court practice.

PROCEDURAL UPDATES

Updates and commentary on family court procedure, practice directions, and developments affecting litigants in person. This includes changes to forms, hearings, reporting, safeguarding, and case management expectations.

ACCESSIBLE FORMAT

Resources are structured for clarity and ease of use — whether you are reading on a phone, tablet, or desktop. Content is designed to reduce overwhelm and support focused preparation at each stage of your case.

CLEAR & PLAIN ENGLISH

All materials are written in plain English, avoiding unnecessary legal jargon wherever possible, while remaining accurate and procedurally sound. The aim is understanding — not intimidation.

These resources exist to help you understand the system you are in — and to participate in it more effectively.

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