Find a McKenzie Friend for your family court case
Going to family court without a solicitor is hard. Search McKenzie Friends across England and Wales and contact them directly.
Find me a McKenzie FriendHow a McKenzie Friend may help
Sit beside you in court
Quiet support and note-taking during hearings.
Help with your papers
Organise evidence and get documents ready.
Explain the process
Walk through what to expect at each stage.
Help you prepare
Think through what you want to say before the hearing.
Common questions
What is a McKenzie Friend?
A McKenzie Friend is someone who supports a person who is representing themselves in court. They are not a solicitor and they do not represent you.
What can a McKenzie Friend do?
They can sit with you in court, take notes, help you organise your papers and quietly give you suggestions during a hearing. What a McKenzie Friend may do in your case is a matter for the court.
What can a McKenzie Friend not do?
They cannot normally speak for you in court or run your case on your behalf unless the court gives permission. They are not a substitute for a solicitor or barrister.
Does it cost anything to use this directory?
No. Bridge The Gap is a free directory. Each McKenzie Friend sets their own fees, so ask what they charge and what is included before you agree to anything.
Do you take a fee for introductions?
No. You contact the McKenzie Friend directly. There are no referral fees and no middlemen.
Is this legal advice?
No. This page shares general information only and is not legal advice. Speak to a qualified legal professional about your own case.