Why a Barrister Beats a QLR (and Why Preparation Still Starts With You)
If you are a litigant in person facing cross-examination restrictions in family court, you will hear a phrase that sounds reassuring: “You’ll be appointed a QLR.” Many people take that to mean: “Great — the court is giving me a lawyer.”It isn’t. A Qualified Legal Representative (QLR) is not “your barrister by another name”. A […]
Parental Deaths & The Child Maintenance Service Are Parents in Financial Despair Being Driven to Premature Death?
Abstract Parental mortality data from the Child Maintenance Service (CMS), the Department of Work & Pensions (DWP), and the Office for National Statistics (ONS), show that parents who are in arrears with the CMS have a mortality rate 14.28 times higher than the national mortality rate. Arrears is the financial and legal term that refers to the status of […]
I’m Not Going To Force Them
‘I fully support our child/ren having a relationship with their [other parent], but they get anxious at the idea of it and I’m not going to force them, they will reconnect with their [other parent] when they are ready and at their own pace.’ If I had a pound for every time I have heard […]
Guide to Preparing Family Court Bundles
The definitive guide for self-representing parents — why, how, and what to watch out for when preparing your family court bundle.
Guide to Statements & Exhibits
A step-by-step overview on preparing clear, strong statements and organizing exhibits for use in legal proceedings.
CMS Paying Parents At Risk Survey Results
This is a video presentation of the results analysed from the first 460 respondents to the CMS Paying Parents At Risk Survey.
CMS Driving 20% of UK Suicide — Summary & Update Report
A concise update on how the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) is reportedly linked to 20% of UK suicides, with key findings and recent developments.
How to deal with Non-Molestation Orders in Family Court
A practical guide explaining what non-molestation orders are and how to respond or challenge them effectively in family court.
False Allegations in Family Court — A Self Help Guide
Understanding your rights is crucial in family court. Our legal experts help with case preparation, documentation, and court representation to protect your best interests.