For the last six years, I have sadly been involved in either financial or Children Act proceedings with my children's paternal family. I recognise first-hand how stressful court proceedings are and how difficult it is for people of low to moderate incomes to access any kind of advice or support. At times, I have represented myself but have been fortunate enough to be able to engage a solicitor/barrister on occasions. Whilst most of my personal experience has been in Children Act law, I have taken my recent Central Law Training courses in mainly financial matrimonial/cohabitant law.