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McKenzie Friend
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Supporting you through Divorce & Separation
How a McKenzie Friend or Paralegal can help you through the divorce process
When it feels like your world is falling apart and you are about to embark on a daunting legal process, our divorce services are here to provide instrumental support and guidance.
CourtTogether was created to provide emotional and legal support to litigants in their most challenging times. We do the handholding, the thinking, and the explaining, so you feel in charge and empowered.
Divorce is a highly stressful experience, especially when you consider the divorce itself, the impact on your children, and the financial pressure. You must be fully prepared for each stage of the process and understand the steps.
When dealing with qualified family solicitors alone, costs can quickly escalate. In my case, this came to over £80k (read more).
The process can be complex, emotional, and cruel if your approach is not carefully planned and thought out.
Our ‘Better Not Bitter’ divorce coaching, alongside the case management, is a unique transformational mindset that will help better prepare you to tell your story in court. We will guide you and advise on the potential outcomes by fully understanding your case and providing a personal approach to achieve the right outcome. This emotional support is something CourtTogether prides itself on. You do not get that level of personal advocacy from most regular high-street solicitors. We fight your corner. We are the ‘Erin Brockovich’s’ of the divorce trade.
As a trusted McKenzie Friend, we offer an affordable end-to-end divorce support service (in addition to one off-court assistance) to help you to emerge ‘better not bitter’ and able to move on with your life.
What is a McKenzie Friend UK?
McKenzie Friends arose from the 1970 divorce case of McKenzie v McKenzie. In that case, the husband was representing himself and wanted the help of someone who was not legally qualified in the English Courts. His request was refused. McKenzie appealed the case. It was subsequently held that allowing moral Court support was equal to having a fair trial under the European Convention on Human Rights. Therefore, any such assistants/supporters are referred to as a 'McKenzie Friend'.
Through hands-on case experience and legal know-how, we can advise you on what to write in a legal document or conduct yourself with the other party. This kind of service increasingly mirrors that of a solicitor but at a more affordable rate. A McKenzie Friend can improve access to justice by providing valuable support for litigants in person. Attending Court can be a daunting experience, particularly for those who have not been before. So many litigants feel encouraged to have someone who has been in the situation before sit with them and reassure them.
A McKenzie Friend UK Specialist
Based in Marlow, Buckinghamshire, CourtTogether is a McKenzie Friend UK Specialist with a proven track record of helping private clients in London and the Home Counties.With the uptake of virtual court hearings brought on by Covid-19, we can help almost anyone, anywhere in the UK.
The power of talking never fails.
Want to start feeling better? Get in touch today to see how talking to someone who understands what you’re going through really helps.
Call us free on 07890053627
A CourtTogether Mckenzie Friend is usually available until 8 pm, seven days a week.
We understand that it can be challenging to make these calls during work hours.
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Our Values
Our unique ethos is to deliver a personable service where you feel understood and know every step of your divorce proceedings.
We translate the legal jargon into easy-to-grasp terms.
With us, you are not alone or legally on a limb because we have already walked this path many times before you.
Personal services crafted specifically for you
It is extremely important that you understand what to include in court documents such as witness and position statements or how to build your skeleton arguments.
Divorce does not merely end a marriage, there is some serious collateral damage. It also affects your children, your personal well-being, your finances, your friendships and so on.
Who we are working with
Direct Access Barristers
You can be a Litigant in Person and still use a direct access barrister for your hearings. We help you with the selection process and the briefing.
Financial Advisers
Financial planning is often part of the divorce process. Choosing a safe pair of hands in a time of uncertainty is crucial to life after divorce. We help you get your financial paperwork ready for discussion.
Private Investigators
If you need to go down this route, we ensure that you select the right provider. They need to be accountable to a professional body (ABI), data protected and deliver methods that are clear, compliant, and meeting the client’s expectations.
Maybe you?
We are always on the look- out for valuable partners who can assist Litigants in Person in getting the best out of their divorce.
Contact us today to discuss a strategic partnership!
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