Knowledge and resources

Representing yourself in court without a lawyer can be a difficult and stressful process. Here are some top tips from our Litigants in Person committee.

This guidance is intended to help those representing themselves in private children law proceedings where they have been ordered by the court to prepare a witness statement. It is not a substitute for bespoke, independent, legal advice.

When a relationship breaks down to the point that going to court seems like the only option Resolution would always advise seeking help and representation from one of our members. However we understand that this not always possible and that sometimes you have to represent yourself in court.