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How do I find a legal advisor?

How do I find a legal advisor?

Call the free legal help line LawAccess NSW on 1300 888 529 to find a service near you or search for a Legal Aid NSW service near you. Some advice services are drop-in and others need an appointment so it is best to ring first.

Who can I ring for free legal advice?

Civil Legal Advice provides information about whether legal aid is available for your case and whether you are eligible. Call 0345 345 4 345. Bar Pro Bono Unit provides free legal advice and representation from barristers.

Is a legal advisor the same as a lawyer?

A Legal Advisor is essentially a lawyer who provides legal counsel to a large corporation or organization. They might be referred to as “in-house lawyers”, “in-house counsel” or “corporate counsel.” A Legal Advisor typically specializes in a specific area of law.

Who can I email for free legal advice?

Email: [email protected] PopLaw lawyers provide free initial legal advice covering many areas of law, for example on matters relating to debt, housing, employment, consumer and welfare benefits.

Can you ask a lawyer a question for free?

Ask A Lawyer is a free offering on Lawyers.com where consumers can ask legal questions and seek answers from our extensive network of attorneys. Attorneys can spend as little or as much time as they want answering Ask A Lawyer questions. There is no commitment to a set number of questions to be answered.

Can I call a lawyer and ask a question for free?

24-Hour Free Legal Help Hotline. If you have a pressing legal issue, call 1-800-ATTORNEY today to discuss the facts of your case with a lawyer (calls accepted 24/7).

Can I get legal aid if I have savings?

Usually you can get advice and assistance if: you don’t have a large amount of disposable capital (savings, shares, property and money, but not the house you live in) you could use or sell to pay for legal help. you receive certain benefits, such as Income Support or Jobseeker’s Allowance.

How much does it cost to talk to a lawyer?

Typical hourly rates depend on the attorney’s location, experience, and area of practice, but they generally range from $150 to $500 per hour.

What is the salary of legal advisor?

Employees as Legal Advisor earn an average of ₹21lakhs, mostly ranging from ₹5lakhs per year to ₹50lakhs per year based on 96 profiles. The top 10% of employees earn more than ₹33lakhs per year.

Are lawyers rich?

Lawyers and attorneys often earn substantially over the average salary in the country they practice and while for many this will simply lead to a very comfortable upper-middle life, for some who make it to the elite sphere of law, it can lead to vast wealth.

How much does it cost to see a solicitor?

Some common hourly rates are: Senior partner or principal – $600 – $700 per hour. Associate – $350 – 450 per hour. Lawyer – $250 – $350 per hour.

Does it cost money to ask a lawyer a question?

How can I find out if I need a legal adviser?

You can search for a legal adviser, solicitor or barrister by organisation name, town or area of law (for example employment, immigration or family law). If you’re not sure whether you need a solicitor, the Legal Choices website explains the different advice that is available.

Where can I find a good lawyer in my area?

Besides asking your friends and family for the name of a good lawyer or checking the phone book, you can find legal aid online. Legal Services Corporation (LSC) – Find legal aid for people with a low income.

What kind of work can a legal advisor do?

The advisor specialises in a specific area of law such as contract disputes, harassment suits, compensation issues or other workplace conflicts. Sometimes, they also offer advice regarding corporate decisions on mergers, contract signing, growth, etc. A Legal Advisor works in the legal department of the selected firm.

Where can I find legal aid in the UK?

This is an online directory of advice available on legal aid basis. It can be searched by area of law and location. Gov.UK (formerly DirectGov) is the Government’s portal for public services. This section explains what is covered by legal aid and how eligibility for it is calculated.