Our volunteers empower people facing court alone. Find out more about who we help and how we help them by reading our client stories.
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Hear from Janet and Annabelle: two sides of our impact
Janet described herself as an “emotional wreck” before her hearing. This is Janet’s story and Annabelle’s, the student volunteer who sat with Janet, listened, and helped her find her voice before she walked into the courtroom.
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Lyndsey’s story
Lyndsey, a mother in Birmingham, almost didn’t attend her court hearing, fearing her and her children’s safety.
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Gianna’s story
Gianna was seeking to extend a non-molestation order against her father which had been extended to multiple hearings.
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Megan’s story
Megan, a mother to Liam, had recently suffered a stroke and wanted more contact with her son.
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Rhian’s story
Rhian, a mother of two on universal credit and living with dyslexia, had fled domestic abuse and wanted to apply for contact with her children.
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Elly’s story
We support people who have survived domestic abuse, helping them as they go through court. Read Elly’s story.
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Simon’s story
Simon suffers from severe agoraphobia and had been barely able to leave his house for the last six years. Read Simon’s story about being alone at Court.
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Amy’s story
Amy called Support Through Court’s helpline after receiving a distressing letter. Read how our volunteers can help over the phone.
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Mel’s story
Mel hadn’t seen her children in weeks when she contacted us.
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Donovan’s story
Donovan is a single parent who, due to a gap in income from his new job, was at risk of homelessness. Read how we supported Donovan.
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