Legal Guidance

Understand your legal situation

Plain-English guides for people dealing with legal letters, police contact, court proceedings, and more.

Received a Bailiff Letter — What Bailiffs Can and Cannot Do

For anyone in England or Wales who has received a bailiff letter — understand what it means, what your rights are, and exactly what to do next.

For anyone in the UK who has just received a debt collection letter — this post explains what it means, your deadlines, and what to do next.

For renters in England who've just received a Section 8 notice — explains what it means, your rights, key deadlines, and exactly what to do next.

This post is for tenants in England who have received a Section 21 eviction notice — learn what it means, whether it's valid, and what to do next.

For anyone in the UK who has received a statutory demand letter — explaining what it means, key deadlines, and practical steps to take.

For anyone who has just received a CCJ in England and Wales — explaining what it means, your key deadlines, and exactly what to do next.

Received a letter from a solicitor and not sure what to do? Don't panic. Here's a plain-English guide to understanding it and your next steps.

Describe what's happened and get a plain-English explanation instantly. Free.