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First steps, in plain English.
Eleven guides to the problems people actually ring a solicitor about. What to do first, what the deadlines are, and where to get help for free if you can.
Driving Offences
Speeding, bans, points…
Family Law
Divorce, child arrangements…
Property Law
Buying, selling, disputes…
Employment Law
Unfair dismissal, contracts…
Criminal Defence
Police interviews, court…
Personal Injury
Accidents, compensation…
Wills & Probate
Estate planning, disputes…
Debt & Insolvency
Debt advice, bankruptcy…
Medical Negligence
Clinical claims, malpractice…
Business Law
Startups, contracts, disputes…
Immigration Law
Visas, appeals, residency…
Something else?
These services help with almost any legal problem, and most of them are free. If your problem doesn't fit a guide above, start here.
- Citizens Advice Free, confidential advice on most everyday legal problems.
- Law Centres Network Free, independent legal advice centres.
- LawWorks Free (pro bono) legal help clinics.
- Civil Legal Advice Free advice if you qualify for legal aid (England & Wales).
- Scottish Legal Aid Board Legal aid in Scotland.
- Legal Ombudsman Complaints about a lawyer (England & Wales).
General information, not legal advice. The law differs in England & Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland.