π― The Problem
5+ billion people worldwide lack meaningful access to legal understanding due to:
- Complex legal language that requires advanced education to comprehend
- Language barriers in multilingual societies
- Jurisdictional differences that make legal advice location-specific
- High costs of legal consultation for document review
JustGuide solves this by making legal documents accessible to everyone, regardless of education level, language, or location.
β¨ What is JustGuide?
JustGuide is an AI-powered legal document simplification platform that transforms complex legal text into clear, actionable guidance. Using advanced natural language processing and jurisdiction-aware AI, we make legal documents understandable for everyone.
π Key Features
- π DOCX Processing: Extract text from Microsoft Word documents with high accuracy
- π Multilingual Support: Process documents in English and Spanish
- βοΈ Jurisdiction-Aware AI: Understands legal systems across 25+ countries
- π Plain Language Simplification: Converts legal jargon to B1 reading level
- π Step-by-Step Guides: Generates personalized action plans based on document content
- π Voice Synthesis: Listen to simplified explanations in your preferred language
- π¨ Accessible Design: WCAG-compliant interface with dark/light themes
π Real-World Impact
Global Reach
- 94% success rate in document processing
- 2 languages supported with cultural context
Empowering Underserved Communities
- Rural communities can understand legal documents without traveling to cities
- Immigrants can navigate legal systems in their native language
- Small businesses can review contracts without expensive legal fees
- Students and researchers can access legal education materials
π οΈ Technology Stack
Frontend
- React 18 with TypeScript for type safety
- Tailwind CSS for responsive, accessible design
- Lucide React for consistent iconography
AI & Processing
- Mammoth.js for client-side DOCX processing
- HuggingFace Inference API for advanced NLP capabilities
- Custom NLP pipeline for legal text simplification
- Jurisdiction detection using pattern matching and legal databases
Voice Technology
- ElevenLabs API for natural-sounding voice synthesis
- Language-specific voices that match user's preferred language
- Fallback to Web Speech API for offline functionality
Backend & Data
- Supabase for authentication, database, and edge functions
- PostgreSQL with Row Level Security (RLS)
- Real-time document processing with progress tracking
Accessibility
- Voice playback for all simplified content
- Multi-language support with proper typography
- WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for accessibility
Built With
- lucidreact
- react
- tailwind


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