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Already Have a Solicitor or Barrister? How JSH Law Can Help Alongside Your Legal Team

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Already paying for a solicitor or barrister but still overwhelmed by the paperwork? Learn how JSH Law can provide separate, paid evidence and preparation support without replacing your legal team.
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Direct Access Barristers, Facebook Groups and Legal Tech: How Litigants in Person Are Trying to Survive Family Court

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With legal aid limited and private legal advice often unaffordable, many litigants in person turn to Facebook groups for urgent family court help. But relying on social media advice can cause real harm. This article explains where to find safer support, how to prepare for court, and how to use direct access barristers properly.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Cafcass, Domestic Abuse Allegations and Fact-Finding: Lessons from Re D

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The Court of Appeal’s decision in D (Change of Circumstances: Domestic Abuse Allegations) [2026] EWCA Civ 969 explains that Cafcass can assess safeguarding risks but cannot treat disputed allegations as established facts. The judgment highlights when fact-finding may need reconsideration, the importance of the welfare checklist and practical issues for litigants in person responding to section 7 reports.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Can You Qualify as a McKenzie Friend Online? What Fast-Track Courses Can—and Cannot—Do

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There is no official fast-track qualification that turns someone into a McKenzie Friend, court advocate or regulated legal professional. This practical guide explains what a McKenzie Friend may do, the limits of online courses, the legal boundaries around advocacy and conducting litigation, and the checks prospective trainees and litigants should make before paying for support.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Can I Get Help With My Family Court Case Without Paying for Full Legal Representation?

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You do not necessarily have to choose between paying a solicitor to manage your entire family court case and doing everything alone. This guide explains limited legal advice, Direct Access barristers, McKenzie Friend support and practical, task-specific family court assistance.
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 Government Finally Recognises Economic Abuse in Financial Remedy Cases – Could This Transform Family Justice?

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The Government's new consultation, A Fairer End to Relationships, could mark a major turning point in family law. For the first time, ministers have explicitly recognised that domestic abuse and economic abuse can continue through the financial remedy process itself. From the controversial "gasp factor" to cohabitation rights and enforcement of financial orders, we examine what these proposals could mean for survivors, litigants in person and the future of family justice.
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 Truth About Using ChatGPT for Family Court as a Litigant in Person

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As more litigants in person turn to ChatGPT and AI tools for help with family court proceedings, the justice system is being forced to confront a new reality. This in-depth JSH Law article explores what ChatGPT genuinely does well, where it becomes dangerous, what guidance solicitors and barristers have been given about AI, and whether courts are beginning to regulate its use.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Shocking, But Not Surprising: What the Latest Family Court Figures Reveal About Parents Going It Alone

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Cafcass recorded 42,172 new private law children’s cases involving 63,879 children between April 2025 and March 2026. At the same time, the Law Society reports that in 47% of private family law cases in 2025, both parties appeared without lawyers. This article explores what those figures mean for parents representing themselves in child arrangements proceedings — and why practical, court-ready support matters.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

McKenzie Friend Support Explained: What It Is, What It Isn’t — and How to Choose the Right One

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What does a McKenzie Friend actually do in Family Court? This article explains the scope and limits of McKenzie Friend support in England and Wales, including rights of audience, drafting assistance, preparation and in-court conduct. It addresses common criticisms of unregulated support, why complaints sometimes arise, and how litigants in person can choose ethically grounded, procedurally competent assistance. With over 100 FAQs included, this is a comprehensive guide to understanding the role and protecting your position.
JSH Law Resources and Guidance for Litigants in Person – practical family court information explained in plain English.© 2026 JSH Law Ltd. All rights reserved.

Litigants in Person Support in Family Court: What Help Exists — and Why Quality McKenzie Friends Matter

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What support is available if you are representing yourself in Family Court? This article explains the different forms of assistance open to litigants in person, including Support Through Court, CAFCASS, Citizens Advice, and McKenzie Friends. It clarifies what each service can and cannot do, the legal basis for McKenzie Friend support, and the importance of professional standards. As family proceedings become increasingly complex, structured and ethically grounded McKenzie support plays a growing role in access to justice.