McKenzie Friend Support Ltd

24/08/2026

The question many separated parents ask when they can't agree about their children:

"Do I have to go to court?"

Not necessarily.

Court can sometimes be necessary, but there are situations where parents can work through disagreements about where children live, time with each parent, holidays, school and communication without asking a judge to make those decisions for them.

Family mediation gives parents the opportunity to have those conversations with the support of an independent mediator.

I've written about when mediation may be an alternative to court, what happens at a MIAM and when court may still be necessary.

Read the article → https://www.newmoonmediation.co.uk/post/do-i-have-to-go-to-court-to-sort-out-child-arrangements

24/08/2026

DIVORCING? DON’T FORGET ABOUT THE FINANCES.

Getting divorced ends your marriage — it does not automatically sort out your finances.

🏠 What happens to the family home?
💰 Savings and investments?
💷 Pensions?
💼 Businesses?
💳 Debts?

Once your divorce application has been made, you can start dealing with the financial side too.

CAN YOU AGREE?

Mediation and negotiation may help you reach an agreement.

If one person can afford to buy the other out of the family home, you may be able to agree a transfer.

If neither can afford it, the property may need to be sold and the equity dealt with as part of the overall settlement.

CAN’T AGREE?

You may need to start Financial Remedy Proceedings involving Form A, Form E, FDA, FDR and potentially a Final Hearing.

If you do reach agreement, a Consent Order can formally record the settlement and a Clean Break may be appropriate.

Don’t assume that being divorced means your finances are automatically finished.

NOT SURE WHAT YOU SHOULD DO NEXT?

We offer a FREE 30-MINUTE INITIAL CONSULTATION to talk through your situation, explain the process and discuss how we may be able to support you.

📞 07770 838097
📧 [email protected]
🌐 mckenziefriendsupport.com

No obligation. Just a conversation about where you are and what your next steps could be.

General information only — not legal advice.

McKenzie Friend Support Ltd

19/08/2026

Book your FREE 30-minute consultation and let’s talk through your circumstances and how we may be able to help.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.mckenziefriendsupport.com
📞 07770 838097

McKenzie Friend Support Ltd

“If we can’t afford the house after divorce, does it have to be sold?”

This is one of the biggest worries we hear when couples are going through financial proceedings.

The answer is: not necessarily.

There are a number of factors the court may consider, including:

🔹 Can either party afford to keep the property?
🔹 What mortgage is outstanding and what equity is available?
🔹 What are each person’s income and housing needs?
🔹 Are there children and, if so, where do they live?
🔹 Could one person buy the other out?
🔹 Could a deferred sale or other arrangement be appropriate?
🔹 What other assets, pensions and savings are available?

Every family’s circumstances are different, and the solution isn’t always as simple as “sell the house and split the equity.”

At McKenzie Friend Support Ltd, we can help you understand your financial position, review your Form E and financial disclosure, identify the issues that need addressing and help you prepare for negotiations and court hearings.

💬 Worried about what will happen to your home during divorce?

Book your FREE 30-minute consultation and let’s talk through your circumstances and how we may be able to help.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.mckenziefriendsupport.com
📞 07770 838097

McKenzie Friend Support Ltd

McKenzie Friend Support Ltd provides practical support and assistance. We are not a firm of solicitors and do not provide reserved legal services.

19/08/2026

“If we can’t afford the house after divorce, does it have to be sold?”

This is one of the biggest worries we hear when couples are going through financial proceedings.

The answer is: not necessarily.

There are a number of factors the court may consider, including:

🔹 Can either party afford to keep the property?
🔹 What mortgage is outstanding and what equity is available?
🔹 What are each person’s income and housing needs?
🔹 Are there children and, if so, where do they live?
🔹 Could one person buy the other out?
🔹 Could a deferred sale or other arrangement be appropriate?
🔹 What other assets, pensions and savings are available?

Every family’s circumstances are different, and the solution isn’t always as simple as “sell the house and split the equity.”

At McKenzie Friend Support Ltd, we can help you understand your financial position, review your Form E and financial disclosure, identify the issues that need addressing and help you prepare for negotiations and court hearings.

💬 Worried about what will happen to your home during divorce?

Book your FREE 30-minute consultation and let’s talk through your circumstances and how we may be able to help.

📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.mckenziefriendsupport.com
📞 07770 838097

McKenzie Friend Support Ltd

McKenzie Friend Support Ltd provides practical support and assistance. We are not a firm of solicitors and do not provide reserved legal services.

17/08/2026

✨ BACK FROM THE SUMMER HOLIDAYS… AND WHAT A SUMMER! ✨

After some much-needed family time, I’m back — refreshed, recharged and, most importantly, officially Mrs Cooper! 💍❤️

It’s also made me reflect on my own journey.

I’ve experienced divorce, difficult child arrangements and domestic abuse, and I know first-hand how overwhelming those situations can be.

But I’m living proof that your hardest chapter doesn’t have to be your whole story.

There really can be happiness, peace and a fresh start after some of life’s most difficult experiences.

And that’s exactly why I love what I do.

We’re now back supporting clients with:

⭐️Helping parents navigate child arrangement disputes and prepare for court

⭐️Making sense of financial disclosure, assets and financial proceedings

⭐️Helping turn agreed financial settlements into properly prepared Consent Orders

⭐️Getting clients organised for hearings, including statements, paperwork and court bundles

⭐️Assisting with property disputes and TOLATA matters

⭐️Providing practical, straightforward support to people representing themselves in court

You don’t always need someone to take over your case. Sometimes you just need someone knowledgeable in your corner to explain the process, help you prepare and give you confidence.

📞 07770 838097
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.mckenziefriendsupport.com

💬 Free 30-minute consultation — let’s talk about how we may be able to help.

Supporting clients across England & Wales.

03/08/2026

We will be attending will you?

750 Gala Celebration at Hogarth's - have you got your tickets yet? 🎉🎶🍾

As part of the 750 celebrations our final event to celebrate is a good old anniversary gala dinner on Friday October 9th 💃

Because it’s such a big anniversary, where better than at Hogarth’s?

Come and join us for a delectable three course meal and live entertainment (to be announced soon).

Book your tickets now for a fabulous evening with great food, great company and great music as we celebrate Knowle’s milestone celebration.

✨ Supporting Knowle: All profits from the evening go towards local projects that benefit our beloved village, including a new “Welcome to Knowle” sign.

Dress code: Dress to impress.
Tickets just £65 pp (Knowle Loyalty members get 10% discount)

Arrive 7pm for 7.30 start.

It's going to be a fabulous event, we'd love to see you there!

03/08/2026

One court application can change everything. Make sure you’re prepared.

If you’ve received a Child Arrangements application, have a hearing approaching, or you’re considering making an application yourself, knowing what to do next can make all the difference.

At McKenzie Friend Support Ltd, we provide practical, affordable support throughout your case, including:

✅ C100 applications
✅ Responding to applications
✅ Position Statements
✅ Witness Statements
✅ Court bundles
✅ Hearing preparation
✅ Court attendance and support
✅ Guidance throughout the Family Court process

The decisions made in Family Court can have a lasting impact on you and your children. Being prepared gives you the best opportunity to present your case clearly and effectively.

📅 Weekend appointments available

📞 FREE 30-minute consultation

📞 07770 838097
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.mckenziefriendsupport.com

01/08/2026

Family Court can feel overwhelming… but you don’t have to face it alone. Court Fees Charges have changed since July 2026.

Whether you’re applying for a Child Arrangements Order, going through a divorce, dealing with financial proceedings, or simply don’t know what your next step should be, we’re here to provide practical, affordable support.

At McKenzie Friend Support Ltd, we can help you:
✔ Understand the court process
✔ Complete court applications and paperwork
✔ Prepare witness statements and position statements
✔ Organise your evidence and court bundle
✔ Prepare for hearings
✔ Attend court with you for support (where permitted)
✔ Give you the confidence to present your case effectively

FREE 30-minute consultations are available this weekend, so you don’t have to wait until Monday to get the advice and reassurance you need.

📞 07770 838097
🌐 www.mckenziefriendsupport.com
📧 [email protected]

Take the first step today—sometimes a simple conversation can make all the difference.