Legal Resources & Guides – Pro Bono Legal Advice Clinic
Legal Resources & Guides
Free downloadable guides, template letters and a curated directory of trusted organisations to help you understand and protect your rights.
Guides & Templates
Tenant Rights Guide
A comprehensive guide to your rights as a tenant, including repairs, deposits, eviction notices and dealing with landlord disputes.
Employment Rights Handbook
Everything you need to know about your employment rights — dismissal, discrimination, holiday pay, redundancy and tribunal processes.
Family Law Explained
A plain-English guide to family law covering divorce, child arrangements, domestic abuse support and financial settlements.
Immigration & Refugee Rights
Understanding your rights as an immigrant or refugee in the UK — visas, asylum, leave to remain and accessing support services.
Letter Templates
Template letters for common legal situations — complaint letters, notice to repair, subject access requests, formal complaints and more.
Benefits & Welfare Rights
A guide to understanding Universal Credit, PIP, housing benefit and how to appeal decisions you disagree with.
Consumer Rights Guide
Know your rights when buying goods and services — refunds, faulty products, online purchases and dealing with debt collectors.
Domestic Abuse — Know Your Rights
Information on protection orders, safe housing, legal options and support organisations for those experiencing domestic abuse.
GOV.UK Forms & Guides
How to Rent: the checklist for renting in England (Easy Read)
The official government checklist explaining your rights and responsibilities as a tenant before and during a tenancy. Easy Read version available.
Renters' Rights Act 2025 — What It Means for Tenants
Overview of the Renters' Rights Act 2025, abolishing Section 21 no-fault evictions and strengthening tenant protections across England.
ET1 — Employment Tribunal Claim Form
The official form to make a claim to an Employment Tribunal for unfair dismissal, discrimination, unpaid wages and other employment disputes.
T420 — Employment Tribunal: Guidance for Claimants
Step-by-step guidance on how to bring a claim to the Employment Tribunal, including time limits, the ACAS Early Conciliation process and what to expect at a hearing.
Agency Workers Regulations — Your Rights
Official guidance on the rights of agency workers after 12 weeks in the same role, including equal pay, rest breaks and access to facilities.
Universal Credit: How It Works (Easy Read)
Plain-English and Easy Read guide to Universal Credit — who can claim, how payments are calculated, and what to do if you disagree with a decision.
Ukraine Permission Extension Scheme
Official guidance on extending permission to stay in the UK under the Ukraine Permission Extension scheme for Ukrainian nationals and their family members.
C100 — Application for Child Arrangements Order
The official court form to apply for a Child Arrangements Order, Prohibited Steps Order or Specific Issue Order under the Children Act 1989.
FL401 — Application for a Non-Molestation or Occupation Order
The official form to apply for a non-molestation order or occupation order to protect yourself from domestic abuse. Includes the supporting statement form FL401A.
How to Collect Evidence for a Legal Aid Application
Official guidance on the types of evidence accepted to prove domestic abuse or other qualifying criteria for civil legal aid funding.
Consumer Rights Act 2015 — Your Rights Explained
Official guidance on your rights when buying goods, digital content and services — including faulty goods, refunds, repairs and unfair contract terms.
Useful Legal Links
Free, confidential advice on legal, money and other problems.
GeneralConnects people in need with pro bono legal advice from volunteer solicitors.
GeneralFree barrister representation for people who cannot afford legal help.
GeneralHousing and homelessness charity offering free advice and legal support.
HousingNational charity for people experiencing homelessness — advice, support and services.
HousingFree, fast injunction service for victims of domestic violence.
FamilySupport for women and children experiencing domestic abuse, including safe houses.
FamilyNational charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children.
FamilySupport and advice for refugees and asylum seekers in the UK.
ImmigrationFree advice and guidance for asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants.
ImmigrationLegal and welfare support, advice and services for older people.
Older PeopleFree debt advice and solutions for people struggling with debt.
DebtFree, independent debt advice by phone and online.
DebtFree and impartial advice on workplace rights, rules and best practice.
EmploymentUK's leading children's charity — protection, advice and legal support for children.
ChildrenFree legal information and advice on children and family law matters.
ChildrenChildren's charity providing legal services, advocacy and support for vulnerable children.
ChildrenFree legal advice for disabled people on employment, community care and housing.
DisabilityMental health charity providing information, advice and local services.
Mental HealthFree, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress — call 116 123.
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