Lynne James, McKenzie Friend

You don’t have to face your divorce alone.

Practical, hands-on guidance through the Family Court process, mediation or private settlements, with the emotional support you need along the way. It costs a fraction of what you would pay in legal fees.

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“You will never get the same support from a solicitor!”
Becky W.
Lynne James sitting in her garden

Hello, I’m Lynne James.

I have a huge passion for helping and supporting women and men. Over the past 20+ years, I have coached and mentored many people.

That has led me on a path to becoming a McKenzie Friend. I help both men and women through the challenges of divorce with practical, hands-on guidance through the Family Court process, mediation or private settlements, together with essential emotional support. Along the way, my clients save thousands of pounds in legal costs.

Personally, I know how stressful divorce can be. The difference for me is that I am an accredited life coach. Coaching women and men in business for over 20 years gave me the ‘tools’ to help myself through that horrible time. Now I use those same tools to help my clients through one of the most challenging things a person can experience.

As well as ‘how to’ advice and support with confusing forms, statements and the often scary Family Court system, I offer caring support tailored to you. Together we navigate each procedure and overcome the overwhelm these challenges can create.

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Support with every aspect of your divorce.

Whether you are just starting out or you are already deep into proceedings, I can step in where you need me most.

  • A woman reading through financial paperwork

    Financial remedy cases

    Guidance through financial proceedings, from disclosure to final hearing. We make sure nothing is missed and you understand every step.

  • A father laughing with his young child on his shoulders

    Child arrangements

    Calm, clear support in child arrangements cases. I help you take the emotion out of written submissions and keep the focus where it belongs.

  • Lynne James at her kitchen table with a laptop

    Forms, statements & court papers

    Help with confusing forms, position statements, Scott Schedules and key evidential documents, all drafted, checked and properly prepared.

  • Lynne James going through papers with a client

    Court hearings

    Thorough preparation before each hearing. I can sit beside you in court, in person or online, so you are never facing it on your own.

  • A couple talking through their situation in a meeting

    Mediation & private settlements

    Practical guidance to help you reach a fair agreement outside of court wherever possible, saving time, stress and money.

  • Lynne James laughing at her kitchen table

    Emotional support & coaching

    Accredited life coaching alongside the practical help. I am on the end of the phone when things feel overwhelming, and I help you believe in yourself again.

Someone in your corner, without the solicitor’s bill.

If you are representing yourself in the Family Court as a Litigant in Person, a McKenzie Friend can support you throughout. That means helping you organise and understand your paperwork, prepare for hearings, take notes and offer quiet support in court. All for a fraction of what a solicitor would charge.

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    Talk it through

    Tell me about your situation. We will talk through where you are and how I could help, with no obligation to continue.

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    A plan that fits you

    I only offer the advice you actually need. We agree what support makes sense for you and your budget.

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    Supported to the finish

    From forms and statements to hearing day. I am with you until it is done, practically and emotionally.

Jan’s case: 19 months and four court hearings

£8,500+ saved, around 85% less than a solicitor

Figures as reported by Jan M. Every case is different.

In their own words.

Domestic abuse survivor · 3 hearings

“I walked away with 60% more than my ex-husband offered in his proposal.”

What can I say. You will never get the same support from a solicitor!

The emotional support and strength that Lynne gave me was out of this world. I would never, as a victim of domestic abuse, have had the strength to represent myself in three hearings whilst my ex-husband had a barrister represent him at all three, without the support of Lynne.

Lynne was able to give me up to date information about the case. She meticulously helped me scrutinise all the evidence, discrepancies, and paperwork that I had to go through.

I wouldn’t have been able to get through the case without Lynne and the emotional support she gave me. Having the professional support AND emotional support is something that I never thought I would be able to get. The endless cups of tea and biscuits and cuddles from Daisy (Lynne’s dog) were a great help!

Not only did Lynne help me “get the job done” but she made me believe in myself. During the very many moments when it was hard and I was upset and ready to give up, she was there offering support and encouragement.

On top of all that, she helped me achieve an amazing financial outcome; I walked away with 60% more than my ex-husband offered in his proposal!

Thank you, Lynne, not only have I finally escaped an abusive marriage/divorce. I can move on and have made a friend for life.

Becky W.

Financial remedy · 19 months

“Whenever I felt down Lynne was always on the end of the phone.”

I would like to say a very massive thank you to my amazing McKenzie Friend, Lynne James. Without Lynne I would not have been able to keep on fighting against my annoying ex.

I was a Litigant in Person during my Financial Remedy case, which started in May 2021 and after four Court hearings for which my ex did not, once, provide the correct paperwork, it finally ended in December 2022.

Whenever I felt down Lynne was always on the end of the phone to boost my confidence, and to tell me I was strong enough to fight the case.

I had two online Court appearances with Lynne, and with Lynne’s help and support with the preparation, I attended Court in person on my own twice, and I got a great result and received 44.50% of his pension.

The amount Lynne charged me over 19 months and for supporting me through four Court hearings was just £1,500. If I’d engaged a solicitor, I know it would have been £10,000 at least.

Lynne is very knowledgeable, and I can’t possibly thank her enough.

Jan M.

Child arrangements · 2 years

“At a fraction of the cost of a solicitor.”

Lynne has been extremely supportive during what has been a very difficult two-year child arrangements case between me and my ex-wife. Not only has she been very effective in helping me moderate and remove the emotion from my written submissions to court, but she has also helped draft and prepare position statements, a Scott Schedule and various other key evidential documents.

Lynne has helped me untangle convoluted legal diction and better understand the nuance and weigh up likely outcomes at each stage of the case.

As a Litigant in Person, it was a great comfort to have Lynne with me during one of the in-person hearings.

Lynne has advised and counselled me, often at short notice and whilst under work pressure, at a fraction of the cost of a solicitor and will no doubt be invaluable when my divorce proceedings progress.

I have no hesitation in recommending Lynne as a McKenzie Friend.

James S.

Divorce · after high legal fees

“With Lynne by my side, I managed to achieve a very good outcome.”

Lynne James has been a great support at a very difficult time in my life. I engaged with Lynne after my finances ran low having spent so much on legal fees. She helped me find an alternative way through. My divorce, although straightforward enough, was hindered by a difficult ex-partner. The longevity in itself was a huge strain.

Always personable and approachable, Lynne was a strength throughout. Her knowledge was excellent, often picking things up that I could have missed if I were doing it all alone. The process can be daunting, especially court dates, but with Lynne by my side, I managed to achieve a very good outcome. I would highly recommend her.

Gail W.

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