Luckily, there are various options one can pursue regarding free or low-cost legal services.
Where can I get free legal advice in SouthAfrica?
What happens if you could’t afford a lawyer in South Africa?
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Numerous organizations and bodies in South Africa provide free legal assistance to qualified recipients.
This makes the quest for justice easier for people with financial constraints.
Here is a look at the essentials of accessing free legal services in South Africa.
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What is legal aid?
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Who qualifies for legal aid?
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Civil cases of non-citizens don’t qualify for legal aid.
Typically, one has to apply for legal aid by contacting the bodies that provide these legal services.
The contact options include telephone, email, and office visits.
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Where can I get legal aid?
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Here is a look at the different places one can get legal advice for free in South Africa.
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This organization provides professional legal advice and representation to those who cannot afford it.
Legal aid seekers can visit these institutions for free advice.
One of the best options is through a pro bono attorney.
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A means test will be done to determine whether one qualifies for the assistance of a pro bono attorney.
In South Africa, one can employ the services of theProBono organization.
Here is a look at the organization’s contacts.
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The South African Society for Labor Law provides legal advisory services to people with challenges accessing the justice system.
The body is anon-profit organizationthat aims to promote the advancement of modern labour law.
The body’s services cover numerous domestic issues, including those outlined below.
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you’re free to reach out to the Family Law Clinic through the following avenues.
The services in these institutions are typically provided by law students under the supervision of a qualified lawyer.
Here is a look at the universities that currently provide free legal services.
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Is legal aid free in South Africa?
Those who qualify for aid receive full representation from Legal Aid South Africa.
If you lose the case, the organization representing you will incur all the charges.
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If you fail to merit the means test, then you will need to seek alternative ways.
Some solicitors give 30 minutes of legal advice for free.
However, keep in mind that not all solicitors do this.
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you could call a solicitor’s office and ask if they offer a free half-hour consultation.
Luckily, there are numerous bodies that one can turn to when they need free legal advice or representation.
DISCLAIMER:This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances.
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