Our Free Legal Clinics
Free Initial Legal Advice Clinics
Free Advice for Personal Injury & Certain Family Matters
At Hopkins Solicitors, we understand that seeking legal advice can feel daunting, especially when you are unsure of your rights or the options available to you.
We offer free initial legal advice for personal injury and medical negligence claims, and certain family law matters, including situations involving domestic abuse, child protection and social services.
Please note: We do not provide free legal advice across all areas of law. The availability of a free initial consultation depends on the type of legal matter and your circumstances.
What Can You Expect from a Free Initial Advice Session?
If your matter is suitable for a free initial consultation, our team will:
- Listen to your concerns and discuss the nature of your legal issue.
- Help you understand the initial options that may be available.
- Explain whether further legal advice or representation could be appropriate.
- Discuss potential costs or funding options if additional legal work is required.
Free Personal Injury & Medical Negligence Advice
If you have suffered an injury in an accident that was not your fault, or you are concerned about medical treatment you have received, our Personal Injury and Medical Negligence team can help you understand your options.
We offer a free initial 30-minute consultation to discuss your circumstances and assess whether you may have grounds for a compensation claim.
Our team can assist with enquiries involving:
- Accidents at work.
- Road traffic accidents.
- Slips, trips and falls.
- Other personal injury claims.
- Potential medical negligence involving hospitals, GPs, dentists or other healthcare providers.
No Win, No Fee Legal Representation
At Hopkins Solicitors, our Personal Injury and Medical Negligence team offers legal representation on a No Win, No Fee basis, through a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), for claims we assess as suitable.
This means you can pursue a compensation claim without paying our legal fees upfront. If your claim is successful, our legal fees and any applicable success fee will be handled in accordance with your agreement. If your claim is unsuccessful, you would not normally be responsible for our legal fees, provided you comply with the terms of the agreement.
Other potential costs, such as insurance premiums, expenses incurred during your case or liability for the other party’s costs, will depend on the circumstances and the protection available under your agreement.
We will explain all potential costs, deductions and funding arrangements clearly before you decide whether to proceed.
Learn more about Personal Injury Claims
Free Initial Advice for Certain Family Matters
Our Family Law team are able to provide free initial guidance in selected circumstances, funded via legal aid. This includes matters relating to:
- Domestic abuse and legal protection.
- Child protection concerns.
- Social services involvement with children.
- Certain care proceedings matters.
The availability and scope of free advice will depend on your circumstances.
Our team can discuss your situation and confirm whether your enquiry falls within the matters covered by our free initial advice service.
Divorce, Separation and Other Private Family Matters
For divorce, separation, financial settlements, property issues and private child arrangements, we can help you identify the most appropriate next steps. However, detailed legal advice on these matters is not included in our free clinics.
We can provide brief initial signposting and explain the paid consultation options available through our Family Law team.
Learn More About Our Divorce & Separation Services
Could You Qualify for Legal Aid?
Some family matters may qualify for legal aid, depending on the circumstances and the relevant eligibility requirements.
Where appropriate, our team can explain the legal aid process and help you understand whether funding may be available.
Find Out More About Care Proceedings and Social Services
How to Enquire About a Free Initial Advice Session
If you believe your matter may qualify, please contact us before attending a clinic.
Our team will confirm:
- Whether your legal issue falls within the free initial advice we offer.
- Whether an appointment is required.
- Where and when the relevant advice session is available.
- What information you may need to bring or provide.
Reach out to us by calling the number associated with the office closest to you.
Please ask for the Family Law or Personal Injury team, depending on your enquiry.
Need Help with Another Legal Matter?
If your enquiry relates to another area of law, such as employment, civil litigation, conveyancing, wills or probate, our free advice clinics will not generally apply.
However, our teams can explain the legal services available and help you understand the appropriate next steps, including any applicable consultation fees.
Request a Callback
Would you like to find out whether your matter qualifies for a free initial advice session?
Complete the form below, selecting the appropriate legal department and providing a short description of your enquiry.
A member of our team can then contact you to discuss whether free initial advice is available or whether another type of appointment would be more suitable.
Please note: Submitting this form does not automatically book a free consultation.
If your enquiry relates to domestic abuse and it is not safe for us to telephone you or leave a voicemail, please tell us your preferred safe method of contact. If you are in immediate danger, call 999. This callback form is not an emergency service.
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