Pro Bono Opportunity with Bristol Older People's Forum (BOPF)

Bristol Older People’s Forum (BOPF) represents older people across Bristol. Formed in 1993 it has nearly 3,000 members aged fifty-five and above. Their aim is for every older person in the city to be an equal, valued and participating member of the community, able to influence policy and decision-making, challenge ageism and promote Bristol as an Age-Friendly City, with a focus on local neighbourhoods, housing and public transport.

Volunteering opportunity

Bristol Older People’s Forum (BOPF) with the support of LawWorks would like to open a new pro bono clinic for their members. The clinic would operate on a hybrid basis.

Time commitment

Minimum of 2 hours per month, flexible/negotiable day and time of commitment.

Location

The Create Centre, B-Bond Warehouse, Smeaton Road, Bristol, BS1 6XN or remote.

Person specification

We are currently looking for solicitors with a current practicing certificate with expertise in family, employment, discrimination, housing and wills/probate law.

Next steps

If you are interested in volunteering with a pro bono clinic hosted by Bristol Older People’s Forum, please contact Richard Lynch Clinic Support & Development Officer (South West) at LawWorks for an informal conversation about the opportunity: richard.lynch@lawworks.org.uk

Details

Opportunity location

The Create Centre, B-Bond Warehouse, Smeaton Road, Bristol, BS1 6XN or remote.

United Kingdom

Region

South West

Opportunity type

Volunteer

Opportunity area of law

Employment

Family

Housing

Wills and probate