The Legal Services Agency in Glasgow got £50,000 from Social Investment Scotland.
A Scottish legal charity has announced plans for expansion following a £50,000 funding package from Social Investment Scotland (SIS).
The Legal Services Agency in Glasgow said it is going from strength to strength, having moved into new premises with its team of 31 staff.
Founded in 1989, Legal Services Agency supports people across the central belt with advice and representation in all the relevant courts and tribunals in Scotland.
Those facing barriers in getting legal advice can seek support in housing, employment law, welfare benefits, mental health, guardianship and other services.
Training for those in the legal profession are also offered, having launched the Disability and Social Justice Project.
The charity is now looking towards expansion, with ambitions to grow its operations across the country.
Aaliya Seyal, chief executive officer of Legal Services Agency, told Scottish Business News: “We believe that everyone is entitled to specialist legal advice when they need it and to have the right expert on their side when things go wrong.
“Our mission is to be the leading legal force in tackling inequality in our society and in our legal system, and as we embark on our new journey, we hope in due course to expand our unique services across Scotland.
“The support from SIS has been instrumental in us taking that first step with our move to new premises and having someone guide us through the funding process has been a huge blessing. With the cost-of-living crisis still a big concern for our clients and people still experiencing day-to-day hardship, the demand for our type of services is only growing.
“Alongside the regular advice services we provide, we are also working hard to collaborate with policymakers on key issues to ensure that no one faces disadvantage and discrimination in legal proceedings.”
Chris Jamieson, head of investments at Social Investment Scotland, told Scottish Business News: “Legal Services Agency does amazing work in representing the unrepresented and we’re pleased to support the team as they embark on a new chapter of the business.
“By providing access to affordable finance, in this case, to help the charity relocate its operations, SIS is championing local organisations and social enterprises of all sizes to deliver greater impact for the communities and people they work with.”
