Yes...represented myself about 15 years ago, have to say I found the whole process incredibly stressful and I say that as professional used to actually spending time in magistrates court. My ex refused me a parental responsibility agreement and the judge granted it without any issue. However I found this site incredibly helpful : https://fnf.org.uk/
I know they may occasionally get some bad publicity but as I say the site was helpful.
In hindsight it was the emotions involved that caused the stress, not the process. I should also say that things can change and 15 years down the line my ex and I find ourselves in a very civil relationship and we're both looking forward to going out for a meal to celebrate our daughters 18th birthday.
I've not read your story so make no comment on it. However I also have to say that as a professional involved in child care I also feel very strongly about fathers responsibilities....sadly too many don't!

Yes...represented myself about 15 years ago, have to say I found the whole process incredibly stressful and I say that as professional used to actually spending time in magistrates court. My ex refused me a parental responsibility agreement and the judge granted it without any issue. However I found this site incredibly helpful : https://fnf.org.uk/
I know they may occasionally get some bad publicity but as I say the site was helpful.
In hindsight it was the emotions involved that caused the stress, not the process. I should also say that things can change and 15 years down the line my ex and I find ourselves in a very civil relationship and we're both looking forward to going out for a meal to celebrate our daughters 18th birthday.
I've not read your story so make no comment on it. However I also have to say that as a professional involved in child care I also feel very strongly about fathers responsibilities....sadly too many don't!