1. A judicial court or tribunal responsible for providing legal assistance, aid, or support to parties in legal proceedings, particularly those who cannot afford legal representation
The court of assistance provides free legal services to low-income citizens.
A corte de assistência fornece serviços jurídicos gratuitos aos cidadãos de baixa renda.
2. Historically, a royal court or tribunal that handled matters of public welfare and assistance
In medieval times, the court of assistance addressed complaints from the common people.
Na Idade Média, a corte de assistência tratava de reclamações do povo comum.