# Communicourt

Communicourt is England and Wales' largest provider of HMCTS Appointed Intermediaries, operating from Birmingham. They specialise in supporting vulnerable people who have communication differences or difficulties during court proceedings, ensuring they can understand and participate effectively in legal matters.

The business serves legal professionals, courts, and their clients who require communication support. This includes individuals with speech and language difficulties, learning disabilities, neurodivergence, and other conditions affecting courtroom communication. Solicitors, barristers, and legal aid practitioners refer clients through Communicourt's online portal for intermediary assessments and support.

What distinguishes Communicourt is their comprehensive approach beyond core intermediary services. They provide free CPD-certified training sessions for legal professionals, delivered both online and in-person, equipping practitioners with practical communication strategies. Their Access Brief resource library offers condition-specific guides and communication techniques, with a dedicated newsletter keeping professionals updated on evolving best practices.

The Accessing Justice Podcast extends their thought leadership, featuring experts from law, speech therapy, and psychology discussing vulnerability and communication needs in legal proceedings. Significantly, HMCTS funds most intermediary services, meaning legal representatives typically face no charges—removing financial barriers to accessing support.

Their sponsorship of the Legal Aid Lawyer of the Year Awards and contributions to case law developments (such as clarifying intermediary necessity tests) demonstrate their standing within the legal profession and commitment to advancing justice accessibility.