The McKenzie Friend Guide — real interviews with McKenzie Friends and other family court professionals, sharing their experience and advice.
Unlike a simple directory listing names and star ratings, this guide lets you actually see and hear from McKenzie Friends and family court professionals before deciding who might be right for you. Instead of guessing based on a short profile, you can watch or listen to each guest speak in their own words — how they work, what they specialise in, and how they approach supporting families through court. It’s a more honest, human way to choose the right support, based on real conversation rather than a list of claims.
Family court can be one of the most stressful and confusing experiences a person goes through, especially without legal representation. This guide brings together honest, practical conversations from McKenzie Friends and professionals across the family justice system so that anyone navigating family court, or considering becoming a McKenzie Friend themselves, can hear directly from people with real experience.
If you’re currently going through a family court case yourself, you may also find our guides on Child Arrangements Orders and Cafcass Support useful — or take a look at typical McKenzie Friend fees and packages, so you know what to expect before getting started. You can also get in touch directly for one-to-one help.
This guide will keep growing over time, with new guests added regularly from across the family court world — McKenzie Friends, solicitors, barristers, mediators, divorce coaches, and others who understand what it’s really like to support families through difficult proceedings. Whether you’re just starting to explore your options, currently in the middle of a case, or simply want a clearer picture of the process before deciding how to proceed, we hope these conversations offer something useful. Every guest brings their own story, shaped by their own background and experience — and often it’s the small, practical details from someone who has genuinely lived through it that make the real difference. Check back often, as fresh interviews are added throughout the year, each one offering a slightly different perspective on navigating family court and finding the right support along the way.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a McKenzie Friend?
A McKenzie Friend is someone who supports a person representing themselves in family court, offering practical help, moral support, and guidance through the process without acting as their solicitor.
Why interview McKenzie Friends and other professionals together?
Because family court involves many different people — McKenzie Friends, solicitors, mediators, and others — and hearing directly from each of them gives a fuller, more balanced picture of how the system really works.
How do I choose the right McKenzie Friend for me?
Every McKenzie Friend has a different background, approach, and area of focus. Watching or listening to their interview is one of the best ways to get a genuine feel for whether their style suits your situation, before reaching out.