It could be that we're mad to be doing this work, but the experience gained and lessons learned are too valuable to the next batch of unfortunates dragged into this industry for us to not help as many as we can to get through it with as little damage as possible. That is achievable, but only when you understand this system and how it will wreak havoc with you if you don't understand how to navigate it.
Parents needing to resort to family court for assistance in resolving their child contact or financial remedy issues are particularly vulnerable; the industry has evolved to one where predatory law firms prey on that vulnerability — often leading to the ruin of at least one of the parents if not both, severely disadvantaging the children of the family for many years to come. Our service and approach is designed to reduce the likelihood of a predatory and adversarial approach taking hold of proceedings, helping all parties to resolve the dispute sensibly so that co-parenting can resume and the children may get the best they can from each of their parents.
Our mission is to empower individuals and families with expert legal guidance in navigating family court matters.Our vision is to establish Family Court Guide as the go-to resource for family court assistance, ensuring that everyone has access to reliable legal guidance and fair representation.Book a Consultation
For a number of years after my own journey through the family courts began, shocked by how the system and the professionals within it were operating, I wanted to get answers to understand what was really going on, why, and what was the wider impact.
Below are examples of articles, studies and video presentations I have put together over the last 5 years, and there is more in the pipeline.
These resources are recognised by many as being a robust reflection of what is going on in the family law industry and within the child maintenance system.
I recorded this video a few years back; it has now had tens of thousands of views and there are hundreds of comments from grateful viewers stating how much it helped them with their own experiences.
A practical guide explaining what non-molestation orders are and how to respond or challenge them effectively in family court.
A concise update on how the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) is reportedly linked to 20% of UK suicides, with key findings and recent developments.
A video presentation of the results analysed from the first 460 respondents to the CMS Paying Parents At Risk Survey.
A step-by-step overview on preparing clear, strong statements and organizing exhibits for use in legal proceedings.
The definitive guide for self-representing parents — why, how, and what to watch out for when preparing your family court bundle.
Navigating the Family Courts can be a nerve wracking experience that exposes parents to huge stress and financial strain. With FCG in your corner we believe your case will be resolved sooner, more effectively and at considerably lower financial cost compared to instructing SRA regulated solicitors or legal counsel.
We assist you to run your case effectively, helping you with the understanding and language needed to communicate effectively in high stress situations where the stakes are very high.
We have personal experience of the family court system in our own private lives, and we utilise those experiences, as will you in the future, to prevent our clients from being drawn into situations engineered to disadvantage or misrepresent them.
Reduce stress, save money, and resolve disputes faster with FCG by your side.
What parents usually want to know before their first consultation with Family Court Guide.
A McKenzie Friend assists clients in preparing their family court cases, provides emotional and practical support during court hearings, and helps clients understand legal terms and procedures. Our team is currently made up of 4 highly experienced McKenzie friends, each with substantially different educational and career backgrounds, covering psychology, forensics, wealth planning, dispute resolution and organisational management.
Yes. The first consultation is free. After that, a 30 minute consultation is £78 + VAT and a 60 minute consultation is £138 + VAT.
Our fees can be 60% to 80% lower cost than a regulated law firm. We also work hard to resolve your dispute quickly and effectively so that the whole family can put the experience behind them and focus on building their futures on a more stable footing.
Our published rates are: Case Establishment Fee £250 + VAT; hourly rate £138 + VAT; statement review (AI + strategy assessment) £25 per page, minimum £150 + VAT; preparing a court bundle £100 plus £138 per hour + VAT; travel to and from hearings £138 + VAT per hour plus mileage at 45p per mile or other travel expenses at cost. Court fees are paid by you direct.
Family Court Support, Navigating False Allegations, Parental Alienation and Child Maintenance. We also handle barrister and mediator referrals, statements and exhibits, court bundles, CMS complaints and financial strategy work.
Being falsely accused is hugely hurtful and can often be very frightening. But falsely accused parents should neither lose hope nor respond with anger. Where there are false allegations they can actually be helpful to gaining swift resolution, provided one doesn't fall into the trap of retaliating or behaviour that can be utilised by the other party (or their lawyers) as proof of their claims.
Our support will include identifying the dynamic and dealing with it in a way that continuation of that behaviour will be noticed, so that hopefully the person or persons responsible will at least dial down their propensity for involving the children in the dispute. The courts are slowly becoming more alive to this problem, but it must be addressed in a sensitive manner to avoid escalation of the conflict.
Yes. If you have been affected by a miscalculation by the Child Maintenance Service (CMS), we offer a fixed-fee service to handle your complaint, subject to limitations.
Yes. If you are self-employed, own a limited company, or plan to start one, we can help you craft an effective financial strategy to protect your assets while fulfilling your legal obligations. We work with the fundamental principle that a parent cannot effectively support their child unless they can first meet their own basic living costs.
We don't tolerate petty or false allegations from clients, and we quickly highlight them where they are put forward by the other side, using our expertise to quickly identify allegations that are either false or exaggerated, or in many cases simply irrelevant to the proceedings.
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Book a consultation using the form on our contact page. Tell us your area of concern and briefly describe your situation, and we will be in touch to arrange your first, free consultation.