Are solicitor fees too high?
Paperwork confusing?
Emotions all over the place?
You’re not alone and you don’t have to do this by yourself.
You don’t need a solicitor to take control of your divorce. You just need the right guidance.
What if I told you there was a better way?...
If the thought of solicitor fees makes your stomach turn, legal jargon leaves you confused and the divorce process feels like a mountain you just don’t know how to climb — this course was built for you!
It’s time to take control, protect yourself and move forward. Without wasting thousands on legal bills!
Sound familiar?
“I want to get divorced, but I don’t know where to start.”
“I can’t afford a solicitor, but I’m scared I’ll mess up the paperwork.”
“The legal process is confusing, and I feel totally lost.”
“I just want to get it done properly, without delays and drama.”
“I need help but I’m not tech-savvy or legally trained.”
You’re not alone.
You’re in the right place. And this course is here to walk you through every step.
This course was designed to help you:
Save money by handling the parts you can do yourself
Navigate the paperwork with clear, plain English instructions
Avoid costly legal mistakes and delays
Know exactly when to pause and focus on your finances
Move forward with confidence and calm, on your terms
Start your divorce today for less than the cost of a 12 minute consultation with a solicitor
You deserve a fresh start without the confusion, the cost, or the overwhelm.
DIVORCE ON YOUR TERMS: A SIMPLE, AFFORDABLE WAY TO MOVE FORWARD WITH CONFIDENCE
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR?
You live in England or Wales
You’re ending a marriage or civil partnership
You don’t qualify for legal aid but still need help
You’re on a low to middle income
You’re a working parent, working professional, gig worker, stay-at-home parent, or are currently unemployed
You want support and structure but can’t afford a solicitor
Your situation is not high-conflict or legally complex
You’re feeling overwhelmed, scared, or unsure where to begin
You don’t need to be tech-savvy or legally trained. If you can open an email and follow simple steps, you can do this course.
How to get it right and protect yourself in just a few simple steps!
Eligibility criteria
Other considerations
Before you apply
What you need to apply
Help with fees
Ways to apply
Joint application or sole application?
Starting your application
What happens after you apply?
What happens if the other party does not respond?
Applying for a conditional order
Applying for a final order
Eligibility criteria
Other considerations
Before you apply
What you need to apply
Help with fees
Ways to apply
Joint application or sole application?
Starting your application
What happens after you apply?
Applying for a final order
What happens if the other party does not respond?
Applying for a conditional order
I’m a family lawyer who’s helped hundreds of people just like you.
I understand how overwhelming divorce can be. Emotionally, financially, and legally.
That’s why I created this course. To give you reliable, clear and affordable support, so you can do this on your own terms.
Ready to take the first step toward a calmer, clearer divorce?
Start today and take control of your divorce, without the high solicitor fees or confusion.
This course is your step-by-step legal guide to filing for divorce without the cost or confusion of hiring a solicitor.
We understand you may have questions, so we've put together a list of frequently asked questions to help provide quick and clear answers.
The course walks you through every step clearly, with guidance and clickable links to avoid common mistakes.
Yes. It’s written by a qualified family lawyer with years of hands-on experience.
Absolutely. You just need the right guidance and that’s what this course gives you.
This is the only course on the market with a dedicated email address for educational support. You’re never left alone!
Fotoulla is a highly skilled, Family Law solicitor, with over two decades experience in the legal profession. Formerly a Partner and Head of the Family Law Department at a prominent Essex-based firm, she has built a reputation for providing clear, compassionate and strategic advice during emotionally challenging times.
Her expertise spans the full range of family law matters, including divorce, separation, financial disputes and complex asset division, where her background in the financial services sector adds significant value. Fotoulla is also highly experienced in children law cases, regularly advising on child arrangements, parental responsibility, relocation and safeguarding issues, always keeping the best interests of the child at the heart of her work.
Fotoulla is one of the few solicitors in England trained in Trauma Informed legal practice, designed to reduce re-traumatisation and facilitate resilience and coping throughout a client's legal journey.
She has featured in the national press and is a contributing author to Binky Felstead's book 'The Making of You: A Guide to Finding Your Identity and Bossing Motherhood',
reflecting her approachable style and ability to connect with clients from all walks of life.
Fotoulla Menikou
The Friendly Family Lawyer | www.thefriendlyfamilylawyer.co.uk
Phenomenal, incredibly knowledgeable but also incredibly compassionate
"I contacted Fotoulla for some legal advice regarding some complexities I was struggling with in relation to my divorce. She was phenomenal, incredibly knowledgeable but also incredibly compassionate and understanding. I felt like I was talking to an incredibly knowledgeable friend. I can’t rate her highly enough and I would strongly recommend her services. I have dealt with a few family solicitors over the last couple of years and she is the best."
Nick S
Fotoulla was very helpful and professional
"I felt she listened to my concerns and showed compassion. This is something so important when dealing with family law matters. I felt it was easy to talk to her. She is clearly experienced and knowledgeable of her field, immediately identifying several legal options for me to consider regarding my
circumstances. Fotoulla is credit to the legal profession and I would have no hesitation in recommending her."
Fatma T
Outstandingly professional
"Fotoulla Menikou has been amazing in helping me through a difficult moment in my life. Not only is she outstandingly professional but also kind and caring, and very thorough in everything she does. She has explained everything in such detail and was very helpful in every way. I cannot thank her enough for everything she has done for me!"
Peter M
I would highly recommend Fotoulla. I was impressed with her professionalism. She exceeded my expectations throughout
Going through a divorce is a traumatic experience especially when it takes two years to complete and goes to final hearing.
Fotoulla responding to every email by return, gave me all the information required to make the right decisions and went above and beyond to make sure I was fully supported.
I would highly recommend Fotoulla I was impressed with her professionalism and she exceeded my expectations throughout.
Claudette D
Kind and empathetic and made the entire process as painless as possible
"Fotoulla was recommended to me by a friend. I found her to be both knowledgeable and professional. She is kind and empathetic and made the entire process as painless as possible, explaining everything to me in great detail. I thoroughly recommend her services!"
Maria L
clickable hyperlinks to download all legal forms needed
step by step written guides
plain english (no jargon)
email support for educational course queries
Yep. All this for the price of three lattes and a muffin each week from Starbucks!
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