Norfolk Community Law Service

16/06/2026

At NCLS, we've seen an increase in over 55s seeking our support in the past 3 years. While it's encouraging that more people feel able to speak up, we're also seeing more older people affected by domestic and financial abuse, debt, housing issues and welfare benefit problems.

Supporting NIDAS Norfolk's campaign to raise awareness of domestic abuse in later life, we want people to know that help is available. NIDAS provides specialist domestic abuse support and advocacy, while NCLS offers free legal advice, representation and court guidance.

Get in touch with us: ncls.co.uk/contact-us-2/
Get in touch with NIDAS: nidasnorfolk.co.uk/contact/

You don't have to face these challenges alone.

09/06/2026

Could your next role help create lasting change across Norfolk?

We're recruiting for two exciting opportunities with Norfolk Community Law Service and the Norfolk Community Advice Network:

🔹 Impact and Engagement Co-Ordinator
🔹 NCAN Campaigns Lead

Both roles offer the chance to influence change, amplify lived experience and support work tackling inequality and improving access to advice.

Swipe through to find out more, then visit our website for full details and how to apply: ncls.co.uk/job-vacancies/

📆 Application Deadline: 24th June, 5pm

03/06/2026

02/06/2026

Did you know? Most domestic abuse is perpetrated by partners or ex-partners.

But sometimes it’s family members or other people in the home who are the abusers. If someone in your life is hurting you, scaring you, or restricting what you do, contact our friendly, trained team for advice.

📞 01603 496623 and press 3
📧 [email protected]

Domestic abuse is not ok - we're here for you.

26/05/2026

Are you a values-driven leader ready to make a real difference across Norfolk?

We'd love to hear from you.

Norfolk Community Law Service is looking for a new Chief Executive Officer to lead the next chapter of our charity and help ensure access to justice for people across the county.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a respected organisation providing free specialist legal advice and representation to those who need it most.

💷 Salary in the region of £65,000-£70,000 DOE
⏰ 37 hours per week
📅 Application deadline: Monday 1st June, 4pm

Find out more and apply by heading to the link in the comments.

22/05/2026

Another fantastic volunteer has joined our team 🤝

We’re excited to welcome Alice Smith to our volunteer solicitors rota. Alice is a solicitor at Simper Law and will be offering advice on contested probate matters. We’re excited to have her on board and look forward to the valuable support and expertise she’ll bring to our clients.

We’re always keen to hear from legal professionals who would like to volunteer with us. If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact Niahl Hubbard at [email protected] to find out more 📧

14/05/2026

We are really proud to be supporting the Hope Happens Here campaign.

Too often, our headlines and newsfeeds are dominated by stories of division. But all around us, people are volunteering their time, offering friendship, looking out for their neighbours and working together to make life better for each other. These acts – big and small – are so normal that they rarely get the spotlight.

Hope Happens Here is changing that. By shining a light on these everyday ‘acts of hope’ we can tell a different story of Norfolk. Share your example and it could be part of a display at The Forum during Refugee Week (15-21 June 2026).

🧡 What gives you hope locally? Share a simple act of kindness or generosity you've seen in Norwich and help show what makes this city such a brilliant place to live.

👉 Add your message: linktr.ee/orangeheart

Part of A Million Acts of Hope

The more hope we see, the more hopeful we can be.

13/05/2026

Norfolk Community Law Service is on the hunt for a new CEO.

Our current CEO David Powles is stepping down after three years to become the new CEO of homelessness charity St Martins.

David joined NCLS in 2023 following a long career as a journalist and editor at the Eastern Daily Press.

During his time leading NCLS, the team achieved a period of significant growth and change, including a move to new premises, expansion of services into harder-to-reach communities across Norfolk, record numbers of clients accessing support and the organisation’s 40th anniversary celebrations.

David said: “I have loved my three years at NCLS. I feel incredibly proud of all that we have achieved during that time and the brilliant, dedicated and supportive team of colleagues, trustees and volunteers I’ve been able to work with.”

NCLS chair of Trustees, Laurence Harris, said: “Everyone at NCLS will miss David yet we recognise this is a tremendous opportunity for him to take the helm at a larger charity. It’s recognition of what we have all known for some time, which is that David is an outstanding leader. He will be difficult to replace, but we hope to attract strong candidates who are interested in leading one of Norfolk’s key advice charities.

"Last year our team of 38 staff and 180 volunteers at NCLS helped more than 4,500 people and Dave’s departure means we are now looking for someone to lead our committed team.”

If you are motivated by purpose and ready to lead with impact, we would love to hear from you. We are proud to be a supportive and positive employer, committed to staff wellbeing, development and creating an inclusive workplace where people can thrive.

Deadline for receipt of applications is 4pm on Monday, June 1.

Full job details are in the link https://www.ncls.co.uk/job-vacancies/

11/05/2026

Reaching out for help isn’t always easy, especially when you’re struggling with your mental health.

This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re recognising that 24% of our clients report mental ill health.

At NCLS, we understand how closely mental health and legal problems can be linked. Our team is trained to support you with care, compassion and without judgement.

We've included some trusted mental health resources in the comment section below 💙

If you need help, we’re here to listen. Get in touch with our friendly team today by clicking the link in the comment section, too ⬇️

05/05/2026

"I chose to volunteer with NCLS because access to quality legal advice too often depends on a person’s financial circumstances."

We’re delighted to welcome Ella Blake to our volunteer solicitors rota and look forward to the impact she will make. Ella is a solicitor in the Disputed Wills, Trusts & Estates Private Client Team at HCR Law.

NCLS is always looking for volunteer solicitors to support our 15-minute free legal advice sessions for people across Norfolk who might otherwise miss out.

If you’re interested in getting involved, please contact Niahl Hubbard at [email protected] to find out more 📧