Volunteer Solicitor [Housing Advice]

Nationalprobonocentre; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A pro bono legal service provider in East Greenwich is seeking solicitors to volunteer their expertise in housing law. This role involves advising vulnerable clients who cannot access legal advice otherwise. Solicitors can work remotely or in-person every other Wednesday evening. A valid Practising Certificate is necessary, and the advice given is backed by professional indemnity insurance.

Benefits

Professional indemnity insurance coverage

Opportunity to contribute to the community

Enhancement of CV with pro bono experience

Qualifications

• Experience in housing law (local authority and private tenants).
• Valid Practising Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to vulnerable individuals.
• Advise either remotely or in face-to-face appointments.

Job description

Overview

Are you a solicitor with experience in housing law (local authority and private tenants)?

We are looking for volunteers to advise either remotely, or in the face-to-face appointments we offer in East Greenwich on alternate Wednesday evenings.

Benefits and purpose

This is an opportunity for solicitors to use their valuable skills and experience in new ways to help vulnerable people who would not otherwise have access to legal advice. Pro bono experience makes a CV more interesting to potential employers, and making a contribution to the community can lead to various health and psychological benefits, including a renewed sense of purpose.

Requirements

Solicitors will need a valid Practising Certificate; all advice given through the clinic is covered by our professional indemnity insurance.