McKenzie Friend in Banbury

We're based in North Oxfordshire, so Banbury is right on our doorstep. If you're facing family or civil court without a solicitor, we can support you in person — from your first form to your final hearing.

Which court will I go to?

Depending on your case, hearings for people in Banbury and North Oxfordshire may be listed at a court elsewhere in the region, such as Oxford. Your court letter will tell you exactly where. You can check any court's address and facilities using the GOV.UK court finder (opens in a new tab).

Because we're local, we can meet you in person, help you prepare, and travel with you to your hearing.

How we can help in Banbury

• Completing court forms, including the C100 (child arrangements) and FL401 (non-molestation and occupation orders)
• Writing your witness statement and chronology in your own words
• Organising your court bundle and evidence
• Sitting beside you at your hearing, taking notes and offering quiet support
• Helping you understand what happened afterwards, with same-day typed notes for full-day hearings

Not sure what a McKenzie Friend can and can't do? Read Can a McKenzie Friend speak in court?

Our services

• McKenzie Friend & Court Support — help with forms, statements, bundles and attending hearings
• Private Independent IDVA — specialist domestic abuse support, including safety planning and court support
• Post Court Life Coaching — help to recover and move forward afterwards

Fees

Fees are clear and agreed before any work begins — for example, half-day court attendance from £150 and full-day attendance from £300, with travel included in fixed-fee packages within our 80-mile area. Clients receiving Universal Credit get 10% off. See all fees.

Why people choose Nikkie

Nikkie Gilbert has spent 17 years as an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor, including 7 years as a Court IDVA supporting people through the Family, Civil and Criminal courts. She has also faced the family court herself, unrepresented. That combination means she understands both the process and how it feels. Read Nikkie's story.

Also covering

As well as Banbury, we support people in Bicester, Chipping Norton, Brackley, Deddington and the surrounding villages. Remote support is available anywhere in England & Wales.

Common questions

Do you attend court in Banbury in person?

Yes. Banbury is within our in-person travel area, and travel is included in our fixed-fee court attendance packages.

Can you help if my hearing is remote?

Yes. We support remote and video hearings across England & Wales, including typed hearing notes.

Is the first consultation really free?

Yes. Your first 20-minute consultation is free and there's no obligation to go ahead.

Please note: we provide non-legal support only and do not give legal advice. This page is general information, not advice about your case. Court procedures and fees change; always check the latest on GOV.UK (opens in a new tab).