What you need to know
People affected by hostilities, occupation, war crimes, torture, conflict-related sexual violence or trafficking may receive legal support tailored to their situation.
You do not need to recount traumatic events repeatedly or collect evidence at personal risk. A lawyer will explain safe documentation options and which specialist services may also help.
Legal services available
Legal advice
A lawyer explains your rights, available procedures, deadlines and the evidence that may be useful.
Procedural documents
Assistance drafting applications, complaints, claims, appeals and other court documents.
Representation of interests in court
A Free Legal Aid system lawyer or a lawyer cooperating with the system may represent your interests where the law provides this service.
Common legal issues
War crimes and ill-treatment
Reporting, preserving evidence and protecting procedural rights.
Conflict-related sexual violence
Confidential assistance, survivor status, guarantees and reparations.
Damaged or lost property
Restoring documents, compensation procedures and establishing legal facts.
Trafficking and exploitation
Status, protection measures, compensation and restoration of rights.
What to bring, if available
- any identity document, if available;
- photos, messages, medical records or witness details only if safely available;
- property documents, official reports or correspondence;
- decisions concerning survivor status, payments or compensation.
Do not postpone your first consultation because a document is missing. Bring what you have. A lawyer will explain which information can be obtained from registers and what else may be required.
How to receive assistance
Describe the situation
Call, write online or visit any legal aid bureau. Explain what happened and what result you need.
Confirm eligibility
A lawyer will identify the applicable legal category and explain which supporting documents are required.
Receive the appropriate service
You may receive advice immediately. Where secondary legal aid is required, the centre will process an application and appoint a legal aid provider.
Eligibility and the scope of services are governed by the Law of Ukraine “On Free Legal Aid”. The lawyer will assess the current law and the facts of your case.