Free Representation Unit
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The FRU trains volunteers to represent clients in legal hearings. We aim to prevent poverty by enabling clients to obtain their legal rights. Legal aid is not available and our clients cannot afford to pay for representation. We operate in Greater London, the home counties and the east midlands. Our volunteers are aspiring lawyers or qualified lawyers who give their time for free.
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Filing history
3 years on file from Charity Commission (UK): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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UK donations qualify for Gift Aid. FREE REPRESENTATION UNIT is registered with the Charity Commission. Eligible UK taxpayers can boost their gift by 25% at no extra cost.
FREE REPRESENTATION UNIT is in United Kingdom, a TGE (Transnational Giving Europe) member country. Dutch donors can route gifts via Stichting Transnational Giving Europe to receive Dutch ANBI-equivalent deductibility, subject to TGE's 5% pass-through fee.
FREE REPRESENTATION UNIT is registered in United Kingdom. US donors generally cannot deduct gifts to non-US charities directly. To claim a deduction, route the gift through a US 'Friends of' fiscal sponsor or a donor-advised fund that performs equivalency determination (IRS Rev. Proc. 92-94).
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Trustpilot
Brilliant experience using their services when I had my employment tribunal claim. I had a highly experienced rep who helped me with my case. Truly admirable and remarkable that these volunteers are willing to help on a pro bono basis. They do their best to genuinely help claimants. Nice office too when based in Grays Inn road.
How it stacks up against peers
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Frequently asked questions about Free Representation Unit
Free Representation Unit is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in London, England, United Kingdom. It is registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. It was founded in 2019 and has been operating for 7 years. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 72/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports £553K in annual revenue. 11 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected. The charity has 1 community review with an average rating of 4.0/5. On Trustpilot, it has a rating of 3.6/5 based on 1 review.
Based on official filings, Free Representation Unit has £553K in annual revenue. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
The FRU trains volunteers to represent clients in legal hearings. We aim to prevent poverty by enabling clients to obtain their legal rights. Legal aid is not available and our clients cannot afford to pay for representation. We operate in Greater London, the home counties and the east midlands. Our volunteers are aspiring lawyers or qualified lawyers who give their time for free. Free Representation Unit is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United Kingdom. The organization was founded in 2019.
Free Representation Unit is a charitable company limited by guarantee, the most common incorporated form for UK charities. It is registered with both Companies House and the Charity Commission, and must file annual accounts with both regulators. Directors (who are also charity trustees) have limited liability.
Free Representation Unit's registered charity number is 1183592. You can use it to look up the organization on the Charity Commission register.
Free Representation Unit is located in London, England, United Kingdom. The organization was established in 2019 and has been active for 7 years.
Free Representation Unit is based in London in England. The Charity Commission for England and Wales (CCEW) is the primary regulator. Scotland has its own regulator (OSCR), and Northern Ireland has the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland (CCNI). A charity registered with the CCEW may operate across the whole of the UK or internationally.
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Quick facts about Free Representation Unit
- What is Free Representation Unit?
- Free Representation Unit is a arts & culture charitable company based in London, United Kingdom. The FRU trains volunteers to represent clients in legal hearings. We aim to prevent poverty by enabling clients to obtain their legal rights. Legal aid is not available and our clients cannot afford to pay for representation. We operate in Greater London, the home counties and the east midlands. Our volunteers are aspiring lawyers or qualified lawyers who give their time for free.
- When was Free Representation Unit founded?
- Free Representation Unit was founded in 2019.
- Where is Free Representation Unit located?
- Headquartered in London, England, United Kingdom.
- What is Free Representation Unit's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is £553,170.
- Is Free Representation Unit trustworthy?
- Free Representation Unit has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 72 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Free Representation Unit's website?
- http://www.thefru.org.uk/
- Are donations to Free Representation Unit tax-deductible?
- Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United Kingdom under local rules. US donors should check whether the charity has an equivalency-determination letter or a US-based fiscal sponsor before claiming a deduction.