Family Law support
when you need someone
in your corner.
Practical guidance and support for people representing themselves through Family Court proceedings.
Free 30 minute initial telephone consultation
EXTENSIVE FAMILY LAW EXPERIENCE
FREE 30 MINUTE INITIAL CALL
SERVING ESSEX, LONDON & SE
SUPPORT ACROSS ENGLAND & WALES
John Craig, Founder, JCJ Law
Legal support without the £300-an-hour solicitor bill.
JCJ Law exists to make Family Law support more accessible to people who are representing themselves.
Our aim is to use our wide-ranging experience in Family Law to provide genuinely affordable advice, support and guidance for people on low and middle incomes who are planning to represent themselves in the Family Court.
John Craig, MA Law
A different approach to Family Law.
Affordable
Practical support without the cost of traditional solicitor representation.
Personal
You deal directly with John rather than being passed between departments.
Experienced
Extensive experience supporting people through Family Law and Court processes.
Plain English
Clear explanations of procedures, paperwork and what happens next.
How we can help
Practical Family Law support across the issues that matter most.
Disputes about children
Support with Child Arrangements Orders, Specific Issue Orders, Prohibited Steps Orders, Parental Responsibility Orders and other disputes involving children.
Injunctions
Support relating to Non-Molestation Orders, Occupation Orders and other Family Law injunctions.
Care proceedings
Guidance and practical support where a Local Authority is involved in proceedings concerning children.
Co-parenting
Practical guidance where contact arrangements are breaking down or co-parenting has become difficult.
Advice & support
Guidance around Family Law procedures, paperwork, court processes and related practical issues.
Going to court doesn't mean you have to go through it alone.
A McKenzie Friend supports someone who is representing themselves in court. JCJ Law provides this support so you understand the process and feel prepared.
What we CAN do
- Attend court and provide support
- Take notes
- Help organise case papers
- Provide guidance on procedure
- Help prepare for hearings
- Explain what to expect
What we CANNOT do
- Act as your solicitor
- Normally speak for you in court
- Sign documents on your behalf
- Examine witnesses
Simple, clear support.
Tell us what's happening
Contact JCJ Law and explain your situation.
Talk to John
Start with a free 30-minute telephone consultation.
Understand your options
Get clear guidance on the process, practical next steps and what support may be available.
Move forward
Continue with tailored support by phone, Zoom, WhatsApp or in person where appropriate.
Not sure what you need yet?
That's fine. Start with a conversation.
JCJ Law offers a free 30-minute initial telephone consultation.
Meet John
JCJ Law is run by John Craig, who has extensive experience supporting people through Family Law and Family Court processes.
- – Masters in Law
- – Undergraduate in Housing Law
- – Currently undertaking Legal Practice qualification
"John's approach is straightforward: explain what is happening, help you understand your options, and give you practical support through the process."
Support for people representing themselves.
Family Court proceedings can be difficult to navigate, especially when you are trying to understand the process at the same time as dealing with the personal situation behind it.
JCJ Law can help if you:
→ are representing yourself
→ need help understanding court procedure
→ need support preparing documents
→ are dealing with a dispute involving children
→ are facing divorce proceedings
→ are involved in care proceedings
→ need help understanding your options
→ want practical support without traditional solicitor costs
37 Google reviews
I cannot recommend John Craig highly enough. He supported me through an extremely complex and emotionally demanding final hearing, and I genuinely would not have been able to cope without his guidance.
Karl J. · Google Review
100% professional, 100% polite, 100% informative and very thorough. John explained everything to us and our daughter and was totally honest.
Graeme L. · Google Review
John is very knowledgeable and pays attention to detail. He listens and advises with care and compassion. Always goes the extra mile to provide an outstanding service and ensure a good outcome.
Nadim M. · Google Review
Family Law support across England & Wales.
Based in Essex, JCJ Law works with clients across Essex, London and the South East, and can travel outside these areas where appropriate.
Essex
London
South East
England & Wales
Talk to John.
If you are dealing with a Family Law issue and are not sure where to start, get in touch.
Phone
07741 525529Consultations
Free 30-minute initial telephone consultation.
Meetings can take place in person, via Zoom, WhatsApp, or telephone.
Hours
Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 19:00
Saturday – Sunday: Closed