Our Legal Services – Pro Bono Legal Advice Clinic

What We Do

Free Legal Services for Everyone

We offer comprehensive free legal guidance across 9 practice areas. No fees, no means-testing, no judgement — just clear, honest advice from qualified professionals.

Important: The Pro Bono Legal Advice Clinic is an independent community initiative. We are not a firm of solicitors and are not regulated by the SRA. We provide legal information and guidance — for complex matters we will refer you to regulated professionals.

9 Practice Areas

Our Legal Services

Free Initial

Free Legal Advice & Guidance

Initial legal advice on your situation — completely free of charge.

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Family Law

Family Law Support

Guidance on divorce, separation, child custody and domestic abuse.

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Employment

Employment Law Advice

Help with unfair dismissal, discrimination, redundancy and tribunals.

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Housing

Housing & Landlord/Tenant Disputes

Support with eviction, disrepair, tenancy agreements and rent arrears.

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Documents

Legal Documents & Correspondence

Help understanding legal letters, court orders and official documents.

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Referrals

Signposting & Referrals

Connecting you with specialist organisations and legal professionals.

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Court

Court Representation Support

Assistance with or funding for representation in court proceedings.

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Casework

Ongoing Casework

Continuous support throughout your legal journey from start to resolution.

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Education

Community Legal Education

Workshops, resources and materials to help you know your rights.

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In Detail

What Each Service Includes

Free Initial

Free Legal Advice & Guidance

We provide initial legal advice and guidance on your situation, helping you understand your rights, options and what steps you can take. Our advisors will listen carefully, assess your circumstances and give you clear, honest information — all completely free.

Who is this for?

Anyone facing a legal issue who needs guidance on where to start.

This service includes:

  • One-to-one confidential consultation
  • Plain-English explanation of your rights
  • Assessment of your legal options
  • Guidance on next steps
  • Referral to specialist services if needed
Family Law

Family Law Support

Family legal matters can be among the most emotionally difficult situations you will face. Our advisors provide compassionate, non-judgmental guidance on all aspects of family law, helping you understand your rights and options at every stage.

Who is this for?

Individuals going through family breakdown, separation, or facing domestic abuse.

This service includes:

  • Divorce and separation guidance
  • Child arrangements and custody
  • Domestic abuse — rights and protection orders
  • Care proceedings and child protection
  • Financial settlements and maintenance
Employment

Employment Law Advice

Workplace disputes can be stressful and confusing. We help you understand your employment rights, assess whether you have a valid claim and guide you through the process — from initial advice through to tribunal preparation.

Who is this for?

Employees who have been dismissed, discriminated against, or are facing workplace disputes.

This service includes:

  • Unfair and wrongful dismissal
  • Workplace discrimination and harassment
  • Redundancy rights and payments
  • Employment contract advice
  • Employment tribunal preparation
Housing

Housing & Landlord/Tenant Disputes

Housing problems can escalate quickly. Whether you are facing eviction, living in disrepair, or in dispute with your landlord, we can help you understand your rights and take the right steps to protect your home.

Who is this for?

Tenants facing eviction, housing disrepair, or disputes with landlords or housing associations.

This service includes:

  • Eviction notices and Section 21 / Section 8
  • Disrepair and habitability issues
  • Tenancy agreement disputes
  • Rent arrears and housing benefit
  • Disputes with housing associations
Documents

Legal Documents & Correspondence

Legal documents can be intimidating and confusing. We help you understand what letters, court orders and official documents mean, and assist you in completing forms and applications accurately and on time.

Who is this for?

Anyone who has received a legal letter, court order or official document they do not understand.

This service includes:

  • Explaining court orders and legal letters
  • Help completing legal forms
  • Subject access requests
  • Reviewing contracts and agreements
  • Drafting formal correspondence
Referrals

Signposting & Referrals

Sometimes the best help we can give is connecting you with exactly the right specialist. We have a wide network of trusted organisations, pro bono solicitors, charities and support services and will match you to the most appropriate one for your needs.

Who is this for?

Anyone whose needs require specialist legal representation or a regulated solicitor.

This service includes:

  • Pro bono solicitor referrals
  • Legal aid service signposting
  • Specialist charity connections
  • Citizens Advice and LawWorks
  • Shelter, Refugee Council and more
Court

Court Representation Support

Facing court alone is daunting. In appropriate cases, we can assist with or help fund representation in court proceedings. We can also help you prepare for hearings, understand court procedures and know what to expect.

Who is this for?

Individuals facing court or tribunal proceedings who cannot afford legal representation.

This service includes:

  • Court hearing preparation
  • Understanding court procedures
  • Assistance finding pro bono representation
  • Help with court forms and bundles
  • Support at tribunal hearings
Casework

Ongoing Casework

We do not just offer one-off advice. For complex matters, we provide ongoing casework support — working with you throughout your legal journey, tracking progress, helping with correspondence and ensuring nothing falls through the cracks.

Who is this for?

Clients with complex, ongoing legal matters who need sustained support over time.

This service includes:

  • Regular case reviews and updates
  • Correspondence and form assistance
  • Liaison with other agencies
  • Progress tracking and follow-up
  • Support through to resolution
Education

Community Legal Education

Knowledge is power. We run community workshops, produce plain-English guides and create educational materials to help people understand their legal rights before problems arise — empowering communities to protect themselves.

Who is this for?

Community groups, schools, charities and individuals who want to learn about their legal rights.

This service includes:

  • Community workshops and events
  • Free downloadable legal guides
  • Know Your Rights sessions
  • School and college outreach
  • Online resources and videos
The Process

How It Works

1

Get in Touch

Contact us via our online form, phone or email. Tell us briefly about your legal issue.

2

Initial Assessment

We review your situation and match you with the most appropriate legal advisor for your needs.

3

Free Consultation

Meet your advisor in person or online for a confidential, free consultation with clear guidance.

4

Ongoing Support

We stay with you — signposting, completing forms, ongoing casework or court support throughout.

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