HURICO — Work: Legal Aid & Access to Justice

Legal Aid & Access to Justice

From walk-in clinics to strategic litigation, we help people resolve disputes, assert their rights, and navigate the justice system with dignity.

Legal aid in action
Cases Resolved (since ’18)
12,430
Housing, GBV, land, identity, labor
Active Caseload
780
Across 22 districts
Resolution Rate (YTD)
80%
Mediated + adjudicated
Outcomes Mix

What We Offer

Walk-in Clinics

Free consultations at our hubs with lawyers & paralegals.

Walk-in Clinics
Justice Hotline

Immediate advice & triage via phone/WhatsApp.

Justice Hotline
Mediation

Community mediation for timely, dignified settlements.

Mediation
Strategic Litigation

Impact cases that advance rights protections.

Strategic Litigation
Paralegal Network

Community-based paralegals across districts.

Paralegal Network
Referral Desk

Warm referrals to shelters, health, social support.

Referral Desk

How Intake Works

1

Triage & Eligibility

We capture facts, check conflicts, and prioritize urgent safety issues.

2

Advice & Options

You receive tailored legal information and practical next steps.

3

Casework

Letters, mediation, filings, or referrals depending on strategy.

4

Resolution & Follow-up

We log outcomes, satisfaction, and close with dignity.

Confidential & free for eligible clients.

Case Pipeline

New → Screening → In Progress → Court → Resolved.

Case Types & Success

Demo success rates by category (mediated + litigated).

Service Targets (SLA)

StageTargetProgress
Initial Response< 48 hrs
Triage Complete< 5 days
Mediation Scheduled< 14 days
Court Filing (if any)< 21 days

Upcoming Legal Clinics

DateSiteHoursLead
Sep 20, 2025 Masaka Justice Hub 09:00–16:00 Samuel Okello
Oct 02, 2025 Kyengera Community Hall 10:00–16:00 Joyce Auma
Oct 18, 2025 Kampala—Makerere Law Clinic 09:00–15:00 Michael Kintu
Full Calendar Book a Clinic

Where We Work

District coverage map

22 districts covered — hubs in Kampala, Masaka, Mbarara & satellite clinics.

In Action

Court support Community Civic

FAQ

Is it free?

Yes. Services are free for eligible clients. Some court fees may apply; we advise on waivers.

What documents do I need?

Bring any IDs, letters, police forms, medical reports, photos, agreements, or receipts related to your matter.

Do you go to court for every case?

Not always. Many matters resolve through advice or mediation. Litigation is for impact or necessary cases.

Need legal help?

Call the hotline, visit a clinic, or send us details — we’ll guide you.

Request Assistance Support Legal Aid