Supporting Trauma-Informed Legal Services: A Stepped-Wedge Multi-Site Study. Trauma-informed practices are widely recognised for their effectiveness across various service sectors. This project would

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Supporting Trauma-Informed Legal Services: A Stepped-Wedge Multi-Site Study. Trauma-informed practices are widely recognised for their effectiveness across various service sectors. This project would be the first controlled implementation and empirical research of these practices in publicly funded legal services. Partnering with Legal Aid Commissions in New South Wales, Victoria, and the Northern Territory, it aims to empirically assess the impact of training, supervision, and coaching on legal service delivery. Anticipated outcomes include enhanced client experiences and improved legal outcomes, potentially setting new standards in legal assistance. This strategic research alliance promises significant community benefits by developing an evidence-base for trauma-informed practices in the Australian legal system.. Scheme: Linkage Projects. Field: 4805 - Legal Systems. Lead: Prof Chris Maylea