East Greenwich Legal Advice Clinic (EGLAC) is a pro bono (free) legal advice and assistance service available to persons resident or based in a South East London postcode, registered with the Charity Commission (RCN 1197038). EGLAC is a signatory to the Law Society’s pro bono Charter and we strive to achieve best practice in our legal advice and assistance for individuals and organisations who cannot afford access to justice.
EGLAC was launched as part of National Pro Bono Week in November 2017. We provide advice on various areas of law, principally: Family, Immigration, Welfare Benefits, Property (including Wills and Probate), Civil Litigation, Housing, Community Care, Contract and small businesses.
Read more about us here.
Our service is based in East Greenwich and we hold in person sessions by appointment fortnightly at Christ Church, East Greenwich. We can also provide advice remotely through telephone, email or Zoom meetings, depending upon the availability of our volunteers.
VISION
Our vision is of a society in which everyone has equal access to quality legal advice regardless of income or background.
MISSION
Our mission is to provide a vital community service to those who have nowhere else to turn, by helping people in South East London with limited means obtain legal advice when they need it. We help people navigate the legal system and provide advice to prevent problems from escalating. We aim to reduce the risk of impacts such as homelessness, unmanageable debt and increased mental health difficulties.
VALUES
Justice
We aim to create a level playing field by giving people access to justice that would not otherwise be available to them due to lack of means.
Trust
Our clients trust us to provide them with a high-quality legal advice service.
Inclusivity
We aim to be thoughtful, inclusive and respectful of the diverse clients we support.
Partnership
We value our collaborative relationships with other social service, advisory and legal organisations.
To contact us, please complete the enquiry form on our contact page, call us on 07806 733341 or send an email here. Please note that our enquiries line is closed on Fridays. If you are unable to get through at any other time, please try again later or send a text and we will call you back as soon as we can.
‘Just a heartfelt thank you for your time, advice and support.’
– client feedback
