Manchester Law Society is seeking lawyers to help provide pro bono advice and representation to bereaved families and seriously injured people following Monday's attack on the Manchester Arena.
The society says on its website that it is coordinating a 'pro bono advice rota'. It is looking for firms willing to help with Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority claims and inquests.
Areas that may require advice are: administration of estates, property ownership/mortgage; insurance; welfare benefits; family/child custody; death in service/pension; and financial obligations/debt.
The society said: 'It is appreciated that there may come a time when a particular issue, for example a complex contested probate litigation, might need to [be] handled on a non pro bono basis and as such on a conditional fee agreement. However we do believe that in the early to medium term the approach of member firms should be totally pro bono.'
Compensation to which the criminal injuries compensation scheme may apply is likely to be the priority area, the society says. 'This aspect is especially appropriate for pro bono help throughout. As you will appreciate, since costs are not paid by the scheme, it will be important for bereaved families and injured victims to receive 100% compensation.'
Greater Manchester Police says 22 people have been confirmed dead in addition to the man believed to have been responsible for the attack.
Solicitors asked to provide help pro bono over Manchester Arena bombing
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