The Law Society of England and Wales has established a dedicated telephone helpline to direct riot victims to free legal advice.
It has been launched in collaboration with LawWorks and many individual law firms and the cost is being met by the Law Society, the Bar Council and the generosity of law firms.
Helpline details
Due to the anticipated volume of calls, riot victims seeking support are advised to consult the website first.
Full information about the service and details of how to apply
Telephone helpline number: 020 7092 3949
Email: riothelp@lawworks.org.uk
Law Society President John Wotton said:
‘Over the coming months, the victims will need practical help to get their businesses or personal lives back on track in these very difficult circumstances should have a quick route to specialist advice.
‘The Law Society has called on the profession to provide pro bono assistance to help meet the demand. I have been hugely impressed by the response of solicitors so far who are demonstrating yet again their commitment to a just and stable society and urge others to join the movement.
‘This helpline demonstrates the legal profession‘s shared commitment to justice and social responsibility. We have acted quickly to provide practical help to those who are the victims of lawlessness.’
Philip Henson, Bargate Murray.
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