McKenzie Friend Court Support

Affordable, expert courtroom support — so you’re never alone in front of the judge.

What This Service Delivers

We sit beside you in court and provide hands-on support to help you stay focused and confident under pressure. Here’s what’s included:

  • Experienced courtroom companion – We sit with you, take notes, and help you stay calm.

  • Procedural guidance – We explain when to speak, what to say, and what the judge expects.

  • Document check on the day – Final review of your statement, exhibits, and bundle before the hearing begins.

  • Real-time strategy prompts – Quiet suggestions to help you challenge gaps or weaknesses in the other side’s case.

  • Post-hearing debrief – A written summary with a clear action plan so you leave knowing exactly what to do next.

Typical Situations We Support

We’ve helped parents navigate a wide range of hearings, including:

  • First hearings over child arrangements

  • Urgent non-molestation order applications

  • Fact-finding or final hearings involving Cafcass reports

  • Appeal and enforcement hearings

  • Cases where one side has legal representation and the other doesn’t

Why Choose Parent Legal?

  • Focused on fathers and parental alienation – We have real-world experience helping dads re-establish contact.

  • Transparent fixed fees – Half-day support from £150, full day from £300. No surprise costs.

  • Strategy and empathy combined – We’ve been through the system ourselves. We know what it takes.

  • Works with or without your lawyer – We can support you directly or complement your existing solicitor/barrister.

What to Expect

  1. Free 30-minute consultation – Share your court date, paperwork status, and main concerns.

  2. Case planning session – Online or in-person review of your documents and strategy.

  3. Court day support – We arrive early, calm nerves, and help you present your case confidently.

  4. Debrief and next steps – Within 24 hours, we’ll send you a written summary with follow-up actions.