Get free advice and support through court.
We give free, confidential, practical help and emotional support for people going through court in Devon and Cornwall and into life beyond.
People often arrive at court alone, feeling powerless, trapped and terrified. We are free, and independent of the system. We sit down and listen. We build trust and use our knowledge and connections to find solutions to complicated situations.
We will guide towards positive change and stay by your side for as long as you want us there.
Ellie, our Social Work placement from the University of Plymouth, takes great pleasure in helping people. And sometimes, what seems straightforward to her can mean so much. People are so thankful for the help they receive.…
We first met Rachel two years ago at a careers event at the University of Plymouth. This was a lightbulb moment for Rachel who picks up her story here: ‘After speaking to Chris at the stand, I could…
Social work student placements are the perfect student placement. Students studying at the University of Plymouth get invaluable six months’ experience. Working alongside our in-court advisors, they start their careers providing practical advice and emotional support…
Help is at hand if you live in Cornwall and you have been impacted by a family member going through the Criminal Justice System. Devastation after a court judgement There is always devastation after a…
Over the last two years, we have supported 468 people through the family courts in Devon and Cornwall. It was a real honour to speak at the recent Expert Voices event hosted by the Centre for…
This is Amber’s story from homelessness to hope. She wants to share this journey to give hope to those going through family court without legal aid or a solicitor. Homeless at Christmas Two years ago,…
