LEGAL ADVICE

JUSTICE is not an advisory agency and we do not accept cases for individuals. We can not offer you legal advice, but you can get the help you are looking for from the organizations listed below. Many offer free legal advice UK as well as on issues such as immigration and asylum, employment and housing.

Getting Legal Aid

If you have low income and your case is serious, legal assistance can pay some or all of your legal costs.

You could get legal help, for example, if:

You have been accused of a crime and you can go to jail

You or your children are at risk of domestic violence or forced marriage

You are being discriminated against

you will be homeless

You are taking a case to court under the Human Rights Law

you need family mediation

There are 2 types of legal assistance, for criminal and civil cases.

Civil cases are usually private disputes between people, for example, due to a broken relationship or a poor quality purchase. Civil cases also include disputes over governmental or local services, such as benefits or social assistance

Crimes are harmful acts such as violence or theft.

Where can I access free legal advice?

Depending on the advice you need, it could be available for legal advice online. Some of the sources of free advice listed below can give you some initial advice before helping you decide what to do. Others can help with cases that are more complex and even represent you in court.

Citizen Council

Citizens Advice offers free advice on a wide range of topics, including benefits, housing or employment issues. They can provide advice by phone or in person at one of their offices.

Law Centers

Law centers offer free legal advice at their centers throughout the country. They cover topics such as benefits, employment, housing, immigration and asylum, discrimination and debt.

Trade unions

If you are a member of a union, you may be able to get free legal advice through them, not just about employment issues. Contact your union representative to find out what they offer.