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Free Legal Advice Clinic for Survivors of Childhood Abuse

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Susie Labinjoh
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Claire Brigham
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Cormac McDonough
Cormac McDonough
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Jocelyn Cockburn
Jocelyn Cockburn
Partner
Maria O'Connell
Maria O’Connell
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Sasha Barton
Sasha Barton
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Alisha McSporran
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Aniqa Khan
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Aston Luff
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Bríd Doherty
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Charlotte Sykes
Charlotte Sykes
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Darcey Hayes
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Gimhani Eriyagolla
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Guy Mitchell
Guy Mitchell
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Isabelle Robson
Isabelle Robson
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Lottie Baldwin
Lottie Baldwin
Solicitor
Megan Finnis
Megan Finnis
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Rebecca Shotton
Rebecca Shotton
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Rónán Stewart
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Ruth Waters-Falk
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Sabrina Pinto
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Sarah Flanagan
Sarah Flanagan
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Sebastian Del Monte
Sebastian Del Monte
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Shakti Bhagwansingh
Shakti Bhagwansingh
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Sion Morgan
Sion Morgan
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Stephen Hare
Stephen Hare
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At Hodge Jones & Allen, we are passionate about access to justice and ensuring that everyone – regardless of their circumstances – is able to obtain advice and information in relation to their legal options and asserting their rights. In particular we want to ensure that survivors of childhood abuse feel empowered to hold their abusers and those organisations responsible to account.

To that end, we have set up a free legal advice clinic.

Free Legal Advice Clinic

The clinic is run by Olivia Coffey, a Senior Associate in the Civil Liberties department. Olivia has acted for survivors of abuse over a number of years, bringing claims directly against perpetrators of abuse and the organisations either responsible for the abuser, or that had let the individual down by failing to protect them.

Speaking with clients, as well as various organisations and charities that work with survivors of childhood abuse, it has become increasingly apparent that not all individuals are made aware of their legal options and the ways in which they can seek accountability and recognition for the abuse they were subjected to. The intention of the legal clinic is to counter this and ensure that those who would like legal advice, but are not sure where or how to seek it, are provided with this free of charge, on an entirely confidential basis and with absolutely no obligation arising from this.

If you would like to speak with Olivia Coffey please get in touch with her directly by emailing ocoffey@hja.net or by calling 0808 296 7694.

Olivia Coffey

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Request Form

The legal clinic is able to offer a 30 minute advice session with a solicitor.

If you would like advice from the legal clinic, or wish to make a referral, please complete the form on the right.

The clinic will run monthly, and it may be that spaces are limited. Once you have submitted your form, someone from Hodge Jones & Allen’s Civil Liberties department will then be in touch to confirm the time and date of your appointment.

 

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How do I report childhood abuse?

If you have not yet reported childhood abuse, and would like to do this, or suspect that a child is being abused then you can contact the police (on 101) and report your concerns or do this via the NSPCC here.

If you believe a child is in immediate danger, you can call the police on 999 straight away.

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Will my details be kept confidential and how will this be stored

How is my personal information treated on this website?

Any personal information collected through this website is treated with confidentiality and in accordance with our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions. It is used only to provide the services you request.

What happens to my personal data when I fill out enquiry forms or send emails?

Personal data provided through enquiry forms or email links is used solely to provide the services requested. We cannot guarantee the security of email during transmission, so if you have concerns, you may contact us via telephone or email at dataprotection@hja.net.

What laws govern the handling of my personal information?

We comply with the Data Protection Act 1998, GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation 2018), and the PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations). We take your privacy seriously and adhere to all relevant legal frameworks.

Can I access the information you hold about me?

Yes, under the Data Protection Act 1998, you have the right to access any information we hold about you. A fee may apply for accessing this information.

What happens if I click on a link to another website?

Once you leave our website by clicking on a link, our Privacy Policy no longer applies. You will need to review the privacy policy of the new website.

What is the GDPR, and how does this website comply with it?

GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) governs the protection of personal data. This website complies with GDPR regulations, ensuring your data is processed, collected, and stored according to legal requirements.

How is email communication monitored?

We may monitor electronic communications to ensure compliance with legal obligations and internal policies. Email traffic may also be analysed to manage network traffic and client relationships, but personal emails are excluded from this monitoring.

What information is collected from prospective clients?

If you provide information as a prospective client, we assume that it is not confidential unless you notify us otherwise. If you become a client, confidentiality rules will apply.

What is the “right to be forgotten”?

From May 25, 2018, you can request the deletion of all personal information we hold about you. If appropriate, we will action this request within 30 days. Contact our Data Protection Officer at dataprotection@hja.net for more details.

Do you track IP addresses on your website?

Yes, we use IP addresses to analyse trends, administer the website, and track user movements. However, IP addresses are not linked to personally identifiable information.

What personal information might you collect from me?

We may collect personal information such as your name, email address, phone number, job title, company details, and other information related to your request or use of our services.

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