Direct Access
Can I Use a McKenzie Friend in the Family Court?
A McKenzie Friend is a person who assists a litigant in person in court proceedings. The name comes from a 1970 Court of Appeal case and the role has developed significantly since ...
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Legal Guide
How Long Does an Employment Tribunal Take From Start to Finish?
Employment tribunal cases in England and Wales vary considerably in length depending on the type of claim and whether ...
Family Law
What Happens to the Family Home When You Divorce?
For most divorcing couples, the family home is the most valuable asset and the one that generates the most anxiety. ...
Child Arrangements
What Is an Occupation Order and How Quickly Can I Get One?
An occupation order is a court order that regulates who can live in the family home. In serious cases it can require ...
Employment Law
How to Challenge an Unfair Redundancy Selection
Redundancy is a potentially fair reason for dismissal, but the way in which employees are selected for redundancy must ...
Property Law
How Does Adverse Possession Work for Garden Boundary Disputes?
Adverse possession allows a person who has occupied land belonging to someone else for a sufficient period to claim ...
Employment Law
Is It Worth Getting a Barrister Just for the Hearing Day at Tribunal?
Many people who bring employment tribunal claims manage the preparation stage themselves: completing the ET1, ...
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Hiring a barrister directly without a solicitorWhat is Direct Access and can I instruct a barrister without a solicitor?
Most people do not know they can hire a barrister directly. This guide explains what Direct Access is and when it makes sense to use it.
Barrister vs solicitor: what is the difference and when do you need each?
They are both qualified lawyers but they do different things. This guide breaks down the distinction in plain English.
How much does a barrister cost and how are fees calculated?
Pricing is the most common question we receive. This guide gives honest, indicative cost ranges by case type and hearing.