Services

As an  independent McKenzie Friend, work with you is at a personal and confidential level to assist you and your family to obtain a positive result for all of your family.

See More for a full list of services.

Although a charge is made for this service it cannot guarantee the outcome for you and it would be wrong to make any promise in respect of any anticipated success in your case.

Areas of Practice

Children's Services

& Public Law 

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Family Law & Child  Arrangement Orders

(previously Contact and Residence Orders)  ​​​​​

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Informal mediation

Employment 

Criminal 

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About McKenzie Friends 

A McKenzie friend is normally a lay person who can assist you with planning and executing a family law ( such as child contact) or criminal case, grievance and disciplinary/ capability proceedures. Unlike a lawyer they normally have no formal legal training but many have experience of having gone through the process themselves which can be advantageous.

Some have completed courses to learn more about the process. They are a much cheaper option than a solicitor but may not be not as versatile or regulated. This does not mean that a better or worse result is achieved however, as civil courts and particularly family courts are so variable in their verdicts.

Experienced in both Family and Criminal Law procedures and processes. Claire has previously worked as both a Probation Officer and in Children's Services for over 18 years. She has been involved with HR issues including investigating disciplinary and grievance procedures. All of which enable her to assist and advise to try to achieve the best outcome for you and your family.