It is the fact I am “not a lawyer” that, according to my client’s, makes me unique and willing to try an alternative approach to the often traumatic and complex family court process. My organisational and leadership skills allow me to engage with all levels of personnel within the Court system, and I bring a fresh approach, and rather direct approach, to the emotionally and financially draining court process.

I spent 16 years as the Campaign Director of Fathers4Justice (F4J), where my organisational and people skills were put to the test. On a day to day basis I was required to work with the press, police, public and politicians while also managing a heavy case load as a McKenzie Friend.

In 2019 I branched out on my own and since then I have been assisting parents navigate the family court, where I balanced their legal requirements with the stressful and often life changing events. My creative thinking enables me to set clear paths for my clients based on their individual personal needs guiding them through the various stages of the complicated family law process by translating it into manageable stages.

I have a thorough working knowledge of court processes and Family Law. I have built up my own network of contacts within Cafcass, independent social workers, family assessment practitioners and parental alienation experts. From completing initial applications to writing statements and obtaining a Right of Audience, where appropriate, to present the case of a legally unrepresented parent and undertake cross examination on their part, I cover all aspects of proceedings.

My success is without question, notable for someone who is neither a qualified solicitor nor barrister. On many occasions, I have achieved the seemingly impossible, transferring residency from a mother to a father.

I have stopped children being taken to live abroad; had children returned after they were abducted within the UK; exposed child abuse by childcare professionals and unregulated practices within Court offices; negotiated agreements where barristers failed; administered first aid to an expectant mother who collapsed; restrained a father who lost control; advised high profile celebrities and politicians who have found themselves victims of the family court process; been physically assaulted by a client’s ex-partner, and escorted from the court building when another ex-partner threatened to kill me for assisting the father. Most importantly I aim to re-connect, or maintain the relationships of parents and children, even if it starts in a contact centre, when all hope was lost.

My particular area of interest is working with parents through the heart-breaking decision to walk away from proceedings when faced with extreme alienation and implacable hostility.

As someone who spent 10 years themselves, going through the family court process, I have the unique experience of being able to fully understand the practical. as well as emotional aspect of the situation, which helps me relate to all parties in proceedings.

As a McKenzie Friend I have also been entrusted by Judges to record proceedings on their behalf, Draft Orders, negotiate contact agreements in the absence of either party being legally represented, negotiate with social workers and Cafcass and work directly with opposing Counsel to agree Consent Orders. I am regularly recognised by Judges, in Orders, for my assistance and professional approach.

I have worked within the High Court, Appeal Court, and regional District Courts. I have also worked within other jurisdictions including the US, Australia, Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland and I have additional qualifications in Safeguarding Children and Adults; Domestic Abuse & Violence Awareness; Child Protection, and Family Crisis Management Support.