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McKenzie Friend Support

We provide structured, paid McKenzie Friend support for individuals navigating Family Court proceedings in England and Wales.

 

Falsely Accused Network is not a law firm. We provide structured, practical support for people representing themselves in Family Court, and we can refer you to independent legal professionals where appropriate.

 

Our focus is on helping you feel better prepared, more organised, and clearer about what to expect at each stage of the process.

What is a McKenzie Friend?

A McKenzie Friend is someone who supports a litigant in person during Family Court proceedings.

 

This support may include:

  • Helping you understand the court process and procedure

  • Assisting with preparation and organisation

  • Providing quiet support during hearings, where permitted by the court

 

McKenzie Friends do not act on the court record or speak on your behalf in proceedings.

Types of Family Court cases we can assist with

Our McKenzie Friend support covers a wide range of Family Court matters, including:

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  • Child Arrangements Orders

  • Non-Molestation Orders

  • Occupation Orders

  • Financial Remedy proceedings

  • Enforcement applications

  • Specific Issue Orders

  • Prohibited Steps Orders

  • Stepped or staged contact arrangements

  • Declarations of Parentage

 

Support is tailored to the nature of your case and the stage you are at in proceedings.

How we support you

Our McKenzie Friend support covers a wide range of Family Court matters, including:

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  • Child Arrangements Orders

  • Non-Molestation Orders

  • Occupation Orders

  • Financial Remedy proceedings

  • Enforcement applications

  • Specific Issue Orders

  • Prohibited Steps Orders

  • Stepped or staged contact arrangements

  • Declarations of Parentage

 

Support is tailored to the nature of your case and the stage you are at in proceedings.

Child Arrangements Order cases

A significant proportion of our McKenzie Friend work relates to Child Arrangements Order proceedings.

 

Support is often structured around the usual Family Court pathway, which may include:

  • The First Hearing (FHDRA)

  • Any interim or directions hearings

  • The Final Hearing

The scope of support is agreed in advance and depends on the needs and complexity of your case.

Barrister strategy conference

For Child Arrangements Order cases that involve allegations or contested issues, a conference with a family law barrister is automatically included as part of our McKenzie Friend support.

 

This conference focuses on:

  • Understanding the legal framework of your case

  • Identifying strengths and weaknesses

  • Considering how allegations may be approached

  • Preparing strategically for upcoming hearings

 

For cases outside of Child Arrangements Order proceedings, or where a barrister conference is not automatically included, we may still be able to arrange a barrister conference separately, subject to suitability and availability.

 

The barrister does not attend court or act on the record. The conference is provided for strategic guidance only.

Why people choose a McKenzie Friend

Many people choose to work with a McKenzie Friend because this type of support is usually significantly more affordable than instructing a solicitor or barrister for full representation.

 

McKenzie Friend support allows individuals to:

  • Remain in control of their case

  • Receive structured, practical support

  • Reduce legal costs while still being properly prepared

 

This makes McKenzie Friends a popular option for people representing themselves in Family Court.

Fees, payment plans, and ad-hoc support

McKenzie Friend support is a paid service.

 

An initial call is free and is used to understand your situation and confirm whether McKenzie Friend support is appropriate.

 

If you choose to proceed:

  • Fees are agreed in advance based on the scope and complexity of the work

  • Payment plans may be available, depending on circumstances

  • We can also assist on an ad-hoc basis, for example, with document preparation, statement support, or hearing preparation

 

All arrangements are discussed openly before any work is undertaken.

Important clarification – fact-finding hearings

Fact-finding hearings are not included within standard McKenzie Friend support arrangements.

 

If a fact-finding hearing is ordered, this is treated as separate work, and any support relating to fact-finding is discussed and agreed independently.

Important limitations

Falsely Accused Network is not a law firm

  • We do not act as your solicitor on the court record

  • Our role is to support you with preparation, process, and strategy

  • We do not offer legal aid

  • We do not assist with civil claims or claims against public bodies

  • Support is limited to Family Court-related matters only

Request McKenzie Friend support

If you would like to explore McKenzie Friend support, please complete the form below:

McKenzie Friend Support Request

Use this form to request McKenzie Friend support for Family Court proceedings.

Falsely Accused Network is not a law firm. McKenzie Friends are not solicitors or barristers.


An initial call with a McKenzie Friend is free. Any ongoing support is provided on a paid, fixed-fee basis, with options discussed following an initial assessment.

Is your Family Court case based in England or Wales?
What type of Family Court case is this?
What stage is your case currently at?
Do you have a next court date?
McKenzie Friend support is a paid service. An initial call with a McKenzie Friend is free, after which any ongoing support is provided on a fixed-fee basis. Fact-finding hearings are not included in standard packages & are supported separately if required
Relationship breakdowns can have financial implications. Would you like a free, no-obligation review of any mortgage, life insurance, or protection policies?
Yes
No

By selecting “Yes”, you consent to us sharing your name, email address, and phone number only with a regulated financial adviser for the purpose of initial contact.

No information relating to your allegations, legal matter, or wider circumstances will be shared.

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