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This was a service run in collaboration by HCVS, LawWorks and a law firm. We are not currently taking appointments for this clinic, it is under review.
However if you have a legal query, below is information on where you can go to get help.
Where the enquiry is from a voluntary amd community sector organisation / charity / social enterprise:
LawWorks is a small independent charity which matches volunteer lawyers with opportunities to use their skills for the public good (pro bono). The Choices project is designed to match unemployed lawyers with pro bono activities. The solicitor members are always looking for opportunities to undertake pro bono work. You can see more information and register here - www.lawworksiea.org.uk
In addition to this email service LawWorks offers a brokerage service for small not for profit groups in need of casework assistance from a solicitor.
If the matter is contentious (i.e. involving court or tribunal proceedings) and/or urgent, refer to the Interchange Legal Advisory Service: www.interchange.org.uk Interchange provide a free initial consultation and then further advice at reduced cost.
Where the enquiry is from a small business:
There are far fewer pro bono services open to small businesses, however you can refer to the following:
Lawyers for your Business (LFYB) http://www.lawsociety.org.uk/choosingandusing/helpyourbusiness/foryourbusiness.law
This is a scheme administered by the Law Society of England and Wales which offers businesses a free half-hour initial consultation with a local solicitor who is a member of the scheme. Advice can be sought on a range of legal issues including finance, taxes, employment law, contracts, company structure, health & safety and also contentious disputes. Whilst the initial consultation is free, further advice is only available at cost. The Law Society also have a range of leaflets on their website at www.lawsociety.org.uk
Business Link www.businesslink.gov.uk
This is a Government funded information portal of action-focused information for small and medium businesses, linking to all relevant ministries and departments.
Business Debt Line (business debt problems only)
http://www.bdl.org.uk or call 0800 197 6026
When the enquiry is from an individual:
Hackney Community Law Centre offer specialist legal advice, assistance and legal representation in the fields of immigration, asylum, housing, homelessness and community care.
 http://www.hclc.org.uk/ or call 0208 985 5236 between 9.30am - 5.30pm. You can also call the advice line which is open 10am - 1pm on 0208 985 8364.
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