
The Expertise of a Solicitor at McKenzie Friend Prices
I'm a Solicitor who is Non Practising and a Family Law Specialist with over 30 years experience in Family Law.
The average cost of Solicitors is now on average £300
(incl VAT) an hour.
I choose to provide help and support for you using my expertise at a fraction of that cost. With increasing living costs, Solicitors for the majority of peope is now outside of their financial reach. This is where I can help you.
Many of my clients come to me after spending thousands with solicitors, wishing they had sought my help first.
I understand that clarity around costs is essential. That's why I provide estimates and/or offer some fixed-cost services tailored to your specific needs.
Flexible support means you can choose the level of assistance that best fits your situation, whether you require minimal guidance or comprehensive support.
We can discuss this when we first chat.
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Your Solicitor will cost around £300 an hour; my costs are £100 an hour - A third of the cost
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A Solicitor will ask for a payment in advance of at least £500. We ask for zero and offer pay as you go.
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You can book online 24/7 rather than only booking by telephoning during office hours.
Would you like to know how else I can help you? .
You need someone who listens to you, who really hears you without having to worry about how much it is going to cost you. I have helped thousands of men and women over the past 30 years.
Not only am I legally trained but I also have, like most people experienced family separation first hand. I've dealt with divorce, child and finance matters. I've seen it from a personal and professional point of view. I know what it is like to be left in the dark by the person who charges £300 plus VAT an hour to represent me. Who does not understand the manipulative tactics of an abusive ex and does not know how to set boundaries. By sending letter after letter wanting me to respond to every little issue.

I have not forgotten what it is like.
The stakes are high, your children, finances, your future. It is important to you so it is important to us. You shouldn't have to be worrying about big legal bills. Affordable legal support is what you need.
I offer a way of supporting you, with fixed fees, free blog posts and templates which are free when you work with me. Not only do I offer legal support, but I am there for emotional support, I know what it feels like. I am trauma informed and a Somatic Trauma Informed Practitioner.
I combine legal knowledge, qualifications and experience to help men and women like you. Let me help you get the ball rolling.
To start you journey, book a Chat with me and Ask Me Anything Session and I'll help you to get things going...
30+ years Experience in Family Court
Specialist in Family Law
GDPR (Privacy) Compliant
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Online Booking Service
Assistance in Remote and In Person Hearings
ICO Certified
Expert Help with Paperwork
Qualified Professional
Affordable Costs
Fixed Fees
Trauma Informed
Domestic Abuse Trained
Understand Narcissitic Abuse
Assistance in Remote and In Person Hearings
Practical and Pragmatic Advice
Remote Telephone/Online Hearings
Have you got a remote court hearing listed and not sure what will happen.
Download this document kindly produced by the Transparency Project to guide you through the remote hearing.
Tips for Presenting Yourself and your Case at Court
Here is some basic and universal guidance on how to present yourself and your case to the court:
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TESTIMONIAL
MRS C HARTLEPOOL
Marvellous, thank you Deborah. I had reached the stage of Final Hearing to obtain a financial remedy following my divorce. I had represented myself at previous hearings since I had lost confidence in my solicitor during a legal battle that had spanned over 2 years. I had read up on advice offered via various websites as a 'litigant in person' and had written a Positions statement to be included in the Trial Bundle. My emotions and stress levels were at the max! 36 hours before the Hearing I contacted Deborah to discuss the case. I emailed her various background documentation, she amended my Position Statement and produced other crucial documents to add to the Bundle - opening statement, net effect schedule, cross examination questions and the bones of a closing statement - none of which I was aware I would need. She talked me through what would happen on the day, explained that I had to prove everything I was stating and what I could and could not raise in front of the Judge. All this at the 11th hour! My ex-husband had a solicitor and a barrister. It was not necessary to present my case before the Judge on the day as we agreed a settlement prior to a full hearing which was put before the Judge for approval. Deborah was available on the telephone for support throughout this process. I was nervous but I merit the outcome on being mentally prepared and knowing my paperwork was in order and therefore I was able to negotiate confidently - this was all down to the support I received from Deborah. I am very relieved it is all over and very grateful to Deborah for the support offered to ordinary people like me who represent themselves at court. I would recommend Deborah to anyone who wishes to represent themselves, she was marvellous. Thanks Deborah