MLS Group provides structured support to individuals representing themselves in legal proceedings. We assist litigants in person with preparation, guidance, and practical support throughout their case.
Legal problems can be overwhelming
You may have received a letter you don't understand, become involved in a dispute, started receiving court documents, or simply know that something needs to be dealt with but aren't sure where to begin.
You may not yet need, or be ready to instruct, a full legal team. But that doesn't mean you should have to navigate everything alone.
MLS Legal Support provides a structured approach to help you make sense of the situation and move it forward.
Understand. Organise. Prepare. Progress
You may come to us if you are:
Considering whether you need a solicitor
Receiving legal correspondence
Having an employment issue
Dealing with a landlord or property dispute
Experiencing a housing isue
Dealing with a family dispute
Preparing for a court or tribunal process
Trying to organise evidence or documents
Not sure whether MLS Group Support is right for your situation?
Tell us what has happened and we'll help identify the appropriate route.
YOUR SITUATION
You have a legal problem, dispute, documents or an upcoming stage that you need help navigating.
MLS LEGAL SUPPORT
Assess
Organise
Prepare
Support
THE RIGHT NEXT STEP
This may include continued support, negotiation, ADR, further preparation or referral to a regulated professional.
A simple, 4 step process
Assess
We understand what has happened, review the relevant information and identify the key issues, objectives, missing information and immediate priorities.
Organise
We bring together your documents, correspondence, evidence and chronology so the matter is clearer and easier to manage.
Prepare
We help you prepare for the next stage, whether that's correspondence, negotiation, further preparation or engagement with another professional.
Support
Where appropriate, we help identify when a regulated professional should become involved and support the transition or coordination process
The right support for your situation
A Mckenzie Friend can help you with:
Case organisation and prepping your documents
Help understanding court paperwork
Court and hearing preperation
Taking notes during hearings
Guidance on procedure (within the role)
Support alongside you in court (where permitted)
A flexible and cost effective option
You remain in control of your case
A solicitor provides legal advice and can represent you in court, but this often comes with higher costs and a more formal process. If you are happy to represent yourself but need practical help, a McKenzie Friend gives you the right support without the expense or commitment of full legal representation.
A McKenzie Friend works with you, not instead of you. You stay in control of your case, make your own decisions and speak for yourself, whilst receiving practical support to help you prepare, stay organised and feel more confident throughout the process.
What's the difference?
Dealing with a family dispute:
Family disputes can quickly become complicated, particularly when court proceedings or large amounts of documentation are involved. If you are representing yourself, our McKenzie Friend support can help you organise your case, prepare your documents and get ready for hearings, while you remain in control. Where your matter requires formal legal advice or representation, we can also work alongside or help you connect with an appropriate solicitor or barrister.
Preparing for a court or tribunal process:
Preparing for court or a tribunal can feel overwhelming, especially when you are dealing with the process yourself. Our McKenzie Friend support can provide practical assistance with organising your case, understanding your paperwork, preparing documents and getting ready for hearings. If your circumstances require regulated legal advice or representation, we can work alongside the appropriate solicitor or barrister so you have the right support at the right stage.
Working with other legal professionals
While a McKenzie Friend can provide practical, hands-on support, there may be times when professional legal advice or representation is needed. That’s why we can work alongside solicitors, barristers and other trusted professionals to help ensure you receive the right support at the right time.
Solicitors
We can work alongside solicitors to support your case, share information where appropriate and help ensure you have access to the right legal advice and representation when it is needed.
Barristers
Where specialist representation is required, we can help you identify and coordinate with an appropriate barrister and support your preparation for the relevant stage of your matter.
Other Legal Professionals
We can also work with other appropriate professionals, such as mediators, case managers and specialist advisers, depending on the nature of your matter and the support you require.
A Coordinated Approach
By bringing together the appropriate support, we aim to help keep your case organised, communication clear and the process as straightforward as possible.
Your Case. Our Support. The Right Professionals.
Whether you need McKenzie Friend support, a solicitor, a barrister or a combination of professional support, MLS Legal Support can help you understand your options and coordinate the appropriate support at the right stage.
Choose the level of support you need
1
Case Review
From £495
For when you need clarity
A structured review to help you understand your situation, identify the key issues and determine what needs to happen next.
Typical support includes:
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Document review
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Initial case assessment
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Chronology
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Key issues identified
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Missing evidence and information
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Next-step recommendations
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Strategy discussion
2
Case Preparation
From £990
For when you need to get your matter organised
More detailed support to help prepare your case, organise your information and get ready for the next stage.
Typical support includes:
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Detailed document review
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Evidence organisation
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Chronology preparation
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Correspondence support
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Information requests
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Preparation planning
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Strategic support
3
Litigation/Dispute Support
From £1750
For more developed or ongoing disputes
Ongoing support for matters that have progressed and require continued organisation, preparation and strategic support.
Typical support includes:
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Ongoing case strategy
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Document and evidence preparation
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Negotiation support
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Preparation for formal proceedings
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Coordination with external professionals
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Organising case materials
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Ongoing support