Going to family court on your own?
Family court in England and Wales, explained for people without a lawyer
Covers England and Wales only. Scotland and Northern Ireland have different rules.
The Litigant Pack
All chaptersOur free 24-chapter guide to running your own case, written by a parent who did it. Read online, or unlock the lot with just an email.
Where else to get help
- Advicenow
Plain-English guides for people going to court alone.
- Support Through Court
Free practical and emotional support for litigants in person.
- Citizens Advice
Free, confidential advice on family and money problems.
- GOV.UK court forms
Official family court forms and guidance notes.
- Rights of Women
Free legal advice lines for women, including on family law.
- Child Law Advice
Advice on family law affecting children.
- The Transparency Project
Clear explanations of how the family courts work.
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