Welfare Benefits Solicitors in Brighton

Welfare Benefits Solicitors in Brighton

Welfare benefits solicitors in Brighton can advise if a claim has been refused, your payments have been reduced or stopped, you have been asked to repay an overpayment, or you need to challenge a benefits decision.

Legal advice may be available for disputes involving Universal Credit, Personal Independence Payment, Employment and Support Allowance, Housing Benefit, Council Tax Reduction, and other forms of financial support. A solicitor may help you request a mandatory reconsideration, prepare an appeal or represent you before a tribunal.

Benefits law is complex and strict time limits can apply. Use the listings below to find solicitors with relevant welfare-rights experience, and ask about their fees and whether Legal Aid is available for your particular matter.

You can also obtain free guidance from the following organisations:

Brighton & Hove City Council Benefits Service

Telephone: 01273 292000

Email: (mailto:housing.benefits@brighton-hove.gov.uk)

Citizens Advice Brighton & Hove

Free advice line: 0808 278 7815

Brighton Unemployed Centre Families Project

Welfare Rights Advice Line: 01273 676171

Email: (mailto:welfarerights@bucfp.org)

For urgent housing problems, homelessness or the risk of losing your home, Shelter England provides a free emergency helpline on 0808 800 4444.