Court Prep Tool Kit

The Court Prep Guide for Survivors is a free, trauma-informed toolkit designed specifically for domestic violence survivors preparing to testify in court. Based on survivor needs research and addressing 115+ commonly searched questions, this comprehensive guide combines practical court preparation strategies with emotional support and trauma-informed guidance.

For Survivors Free guide with clear explanations of legal procedures, practical anxiety-management techniques (grounding exercises). Validates that trauma affects memory—and that you're still believable. You're brave. This guide helps you walk into court prepared and supported.

For Advocates & Support Organizations Comprehensive, printable, trauma-informed resource covering legal procedures, 115+ survivor questions, grounding techniques, cross-examination prep, and crisis resources. Free to distribute in advocacy programs, shelters, or as client referrals.

For Legal Professionals Prepare clients emotionally and practically with this guide providing plus tools for nervous system regulation. Confident, grounded clients perform better in testimony.

For Educational/Training Practical tool teaching how trauma affects testimony, memory, and credibility—and why survivors may present inconsistently while remaining believable witnesses.