The Family Law Project (FLP) offers significant benefits to everyone, but particularly those navigating the complex family court system without legal representation. Here are some key ways the FLP helps:

1. Practical Guidance: The FLP provides direct assistance by helping you understand the court process. Students can help you identify the important issues in your case, and offer practical advice on what to expect in court.
2. Emotional Support: Representing yourself in court can be stressful and overwhelming. The students involved in the FLP are trained to offer emotional support, helping to ease the pressure and boost your confidence as you prepare to represent yourself.
3. Personalized Assistance: FLP students can attend court with you, take detailed attendance notes, and ensure you are fully aware of what is happening during the proceedings. This hands-on support helps you feel more prepared and less isolated during the court process.
4. Access to Expertise: While the students provide the direct support, they are supervised by qualified lawyers. They will NOT be able to provide legal advice.
5. Improved Access to Justice: One of the main goals of the FLP is to level the playing field for people who can’t afford legal representation. The project helps reduce the disadvantage of being a litigant in person by offering support that makes it easier for you to navigate the legal system effectively.

Overall, the Family Law Project provides essential practical, emotional, and informational support, making a difficult process more manageable for those representing themselves in family court.