Advice
Legal Support
Resources to support journalist safety in Europe
What is covered?
Free legal support if you are based in England or Wales. Barristers can:- Represent you in any court/tribunal;
- Give legal advice in a meeting or over the phone;
- Give legal advice in writing;
- Draft documents such as skeleton arguments.
The support is provided by:
Ways to reach out:
Contact details and support information were last reviewed on July 1, 2024.
Important information about time and eligibility restrictions, as well as further requirements:
Help is not guaranteed because we rely on volunteers.
We cannot provide legal help to:
- People with a deadline less than three weeks away (but exceptions if imminent risk)
- People who qualify for legal aid
- Anyone who can afford the legal help they need
- People who have legal expenses insurance covering the problem they need
