Legal representation

[milliepops]

Mr. M is in court in April ( he is taking a former employer there for unfair dismissal ) However, I think he could benefit from some proper legal representation, and as going down the solicitor route would be too expensive, I just wondered if anyone knew of an organisation that could offer something similar at a cheaper rate. It is an HGV driver related matter. Thanking you

[boxtops]

Would this help, for a start? http://www.rha.uk.net/

[boxtops]

^ they have a page on employment but you have to be a member to access it.

[boxtops]

PS (sorry) - have you tried ACAS for advice - free and impartial? http://www.acas.org.u...x.aspx?articleid=1461

[tamborine]

CAB offer legal advice with tribunal cases. Often the participants represent themselves in front of 3 magistrates. ACAS often advise monetary settlements prior to court. If Mr M has good grounds for dismissal I would recommend the courts.

nb Employers face too many of these cases and best face them in court sooner rather than later.

[tamborine]

forget my nb, I thought he was the employer. Same for employee as far as CAB & ACAS are concerned. Represent yourself, have a compensation plea ready & stand by it.

[bushbaby_de]

You could try for pro bono advice through this website http://www.probonouk.net/