Why Justice Centre exists
Too many people face the Family Court without help, because they assume they cannot afford a solicitor or do not know where to turn. Justice Centre exists to close that gap with dignity, clarity and care.
Our mission
To make sure nobody faces the Family Court alone because of money, by helping people find out whether legal aid may be available and referring them to solicitors who can act for them.
Our vision
A justice system where nobody has to face the most difficult moments of their life alone.
What we do
We explain court papers and procedure in plain English, help people check whether they may qualify for legal aid, help them gather their documents and, with their consent, refer them to independent solicitors on our panel who do legal aid family work. We support applicants, respondents, parents and families, with a particular focus on people who have been served with a non-molestation application.
What we do not do
Justice Centre is not a law firm. We do not provide legal advice, conduct litigation or exercise rights of audience. We do not decide who gets legal aid. The solicitor does. Our regulatory information explains this in full.
Safeguarding
Safety comes first. We take care over how and when we contact people, we offer a quick-exit button on every page, and where there is a risk of serious harm to someone, we may need to share information to protect them. This is explained in our Privacy Notice.
Our values
- Dignity: every person is treated with respect.
- Clarity: we say what we mean, in plain language.
- Integrity: we are honest about what we can and cannot do.
- Care: we recognise what is at stake for each family.
- Fairness: access to help should never depend on your bank balance.
Take the first step
Tell us a little about your situation and we will explain how a free consultation with a legal aid solicitor works.
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