McKenzie Friend in Reading

Facing family court in Reading on your own can feel overwhelming. We provide calm, practical McKenzie Friend support for hearings in Reading, and remote support for anything that doesn't need us there in person.

Family court in Reading

Family hearings for the area are usually held at Reading County Court and Family Court. Your court letter will confirm the venue and time, and the GOV.UK court finder (opens in a new tab) lists the address and facilities.

We can help you prepare your documents, plan the day and ask about special measures, such as a separate waiting area, if you need them.

How we can help in Reading

• 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 Reading, we support people in Wokingham, Bracknell, Newbury, Henley-on-Thames and Maidenhead. Remote support is available anywhere in England & Wales.

Common questions

Do you attend court in Reading in person?

Yes. Reading 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).