Support Services

Free and low-cost legal support services for litigants in person across England and Wales.

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Citizens Advice
Anyone needing free legal guidance on everyday issues

Free, confidential legal guidance on a wide range of issues including benefits, debt, housing, employment, and consumer rights.

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Law Centres Network
Disadvantaged individuals needing free legal advice and representation

Network of not-for-profit legal practices providing free legal advice and representation to disadvantaged people.

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Bar Pro Bono Unit (Advocate)
Individuals who cannot afford a barrister and are ineligible for legal aid

Connects those who cannot afford a barrister and cannot get legal aid with free legal representation from volunteer barristers.

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Personal Support Unit (PSU)
Litigants in person, witnesses, and victims attending court or tribunal

Provides free, practical support to litigants in person, witnesses, victims, and their families at courts and tribunals.

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LiP Network
Self-representing litigants seeking peer support and shared experience

Peer support network for litigants in person, offering shared experiences, information, and mutual support for those representing themselves.

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ACAS
Employees and employers involved in workplace disputes or tribunal claims

Provides free and impartial advice on workplace disputes, and offers early conciliation before employment tribunal claims.

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Legal Aid
Individuals on low income or receiving benefits who need legal help

Government-funded legal help for those who qualify. Use the eligibility checker to see if your case and financial situation qualify for legal aid.

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National Debtline
Anyone struggling with debt or facing debt-related court action

Free, independent debt advice service offering practical self-help information and support for managing debt.

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Rights of Women
Women needing legal advice on family, immigration, criminal, or employment law

Provides free legal advice to women on family law, immigration, asylum, criminal law, and employment.

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Shelter
Anyone experiencing housing problems, homelessness, or facing eviction

Free expert housing advice and legal support for those facing housing problems, homelessness, or eviction.

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Employment Tribunal Support
Claimants and respondents in employment tribunal proceedings

Government guidance on making and responding to employment tribunal claims, including forms, procedures, and hearing information.

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HMCTS
Anyone needing court forms, procedural guidance, or tribunal information

Her Majesty's Courts & Tribunals Service — responsible for the administration of courts and tribunals in England and Wales. Provides court forms, guides, and procedural information.

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