Training and project highlights
Our training is a form of public legal education that equips people with the knowledge, confidence and practical skills they need to deal with everyday legal problems. We focus on issues that affect people’s lives the most, such as housing, welfare benefits and child protection in order to help people feel more able to act early and make informed decisions.
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Representing yourself in family court
Watch our short film on going to family court without a lawyer. It deals with the practical things you may be worrying about like what to wear, how to address the judge, and how to present your case clearly as a litigant in person. This information applies to England and Wales.
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How to get repairs done in your privately rented home training
This training deals with practical legal questions around disrepair. You will learn about: the basic rights and responsibilities of landlords and tenants in relation to disrepair, possible courses of action for dealing with disrepair problems, and sources of support when dealing with disrepair...
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Online workshop on supporting people through suitability assessments in temporary accommodation
About the workshop The workshop will include a practical session on writing strong suitability letters when requesting a suitability review. If someone believes the temporary accommodation offered by the council is not suitable for their needs, they can request a suitability assessment. Providing...
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Make a small claim about injuries caused by a car accident
If you are thinking about or have started taking a claim for compensation for ‘whiplash’ or other injuries caused in a road traffic accident that wasn’t your fault, you need to read this. This guide will help you to understand how to claim for compensation and show you how to use the online Official Injury Claim system to negotiate with the other drivers' insurer about what amount of compensation you are due, without having to go to court. It also explains how you start a claim to go to court if you need to. Some people call this a whiplash claim, or a car accident injury claim. The
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Pensions and divorce
Divorcing? Don't lose out on your fair share. Read our expert guide to pension sharing, splitting, or offsetting and how to agree. Written in collaboration with the Pension Advisory Group. The information in this guide applies to the law in England and Wales.
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How to apply for help with civil court fees
Some people on a low income don't have to pay the court fee or only a reduced fee. Find out if you can get help with civil court fees and how to apply. This information applies to England and Wales.
