Professional McKenzie Friend
15+
Years as Bailiff
LLB
Final Year
4
Counties Covered
Michael Skierniewski – Professional McKenzie Friend based in Mansfield

Family Court Helpdone properly.

Mansfield · Nottinghamshire · Derbyshire · Sheffield

With 15 years' experience working as a bailiff and currently completing my LLB degree, I provide practical, reliable support to people representing themselves in the Family Court. I assist with child arrangements, financial remedy, divorce proceedings and enforcement of court orders.

Michael Skierniewski at his desk
A note from Michael

“Clear, honest and straightforward — no jargon, no false promises.”

About Me

Two sides of the courtroom.One person to guide you.

I am a local Professional McKenzie Friend based near Mansfield. With over 15 years of experience working as a bailiff, I have developed a deep understanding of court processes, enforcement and the practical side of the legal system.

I have completed specialist McKenzie Friend training and am currently in my final year of an LLB Law degree. This combination of practical courtroom experience and legal education allows me to provide high-quality support to litigants in person in the Family Court.

My approach is clear, honest and straightforward. I help people who are facing difficult family court proceedings and need someone who understands both the law and the system.

15+ years bailiff
LLB Law — final year
McKenzie trained
Services & Pricing

Transparent pricing.No surprises.

Clear, fixed fees for documents and court attendance. Choose individual services or a complete support package — whichever fits your case.

Preparation of Documents

  • Court Bundle preparation£280
  • Statements & position statements£85 / hour

Court Hearing Support

  • Half day attendance (up to 4 hours)£280
  • Full day attendance£420
  • Additional hours£85 / hour

Package Deals

Basic Package

Court Bundle + Half day attendance

£450
Recommended

Full Support Package

Court Bundle + Full day attendance

£680

Travel charged at £0.45 per mile outside the Mansfield area.

Why Choose Me

Real courtroom experiencemeets legal study.

Few McKenzie Friends combine 15 years of practical enforcement experience with active legal study. The result is straightforward, grounded support for the people who need it most — at one of the hardest moments of their lives.

15+ years as a bailiff

I understand how court orders are enforced in real life — not just on paper.

Currently completing LLB Law

Up-to-date legal knowledge from active law studies in my final year.

Fully trained McKenzie Friend

Completed specialist training to support litigants in person at hearings.

Local to Mansfield

Familiar with the local family courts across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire & Sheffield.

Clear, jargon-free advice

Plain English. Honest answers. No hidden costs or empty reassurances.

Documents & attendance

Full support — from court bundle preparation through to hearing day.

A Free Guide
What is aMcKenzie Friend?
Your rights, your options & what to expect in the UK Family Court.
by
Michael Skierniewski
Professional McKenzie Friend
Free Download

Know your rightsbefore you walk in.

A plain-English 7-chapter guide to representing yourself in the Family Court — what a McKenzie Friend does, what the law says, and how to prepare for your first hearing. Written from 15 years of practical courtroom experience.

  • Your rights as a litigant in person
  • Court bundle & position statement tips
  • What a McKenzie Friend can — and cannot — do

Free, instant download. Your email will only be used to contact you about Family Court support — never shared, never spammed.

Testimonials

Words from thoseI have helped.

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Get In Touch

A free 20-minuteconsultation.

I offer a free 20-minute telephone or Zoom consultation with no obligation. This is your opportunity to explain your situation and decide if you would like me to help you.

I usually respond within a few hours.

Call 07810 620113
Phone
07810 620113
Office Hours
  • Monday – Friday6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
  • Saturday10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • SundayClosed

Outside these hours, please send a message — I will reply as soon as possible.

Location

Based near Mansfield — covering Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire and Sheffield Family Courts.