HUGO helps and advises on legal matters.
HUGO.legal has been providing legal assistance free of charge and under favourable terms to all people residing in Estonia. in cooperation with the Ministry of Justice for 7 years. During this time, approximately 60,000 people have used the service. Thanks to state funding, the first 2 hours of legal assistance are free. Legal assistance is available in 16 major county centers, in person, via email, or through video conferencing.
Who can receive free legal assistance?
Free legal assistance is available to all residents of Estonia, whose average gross income is up to 1200 euros per month. The exception is family matters concerning child rights, where the income limit is up to 2000 euros.
How much free legal assistance can be received?
The first two hours of counseling are free. If more time is needed, an additional 3 hours can be purchased at a discounted rate of €45.75 per hour. In family matters concerning children’s rights, legal assistance is available at a discounted rate for up to 10 hours, and legal representation in court is also provided. In other matters, court representation costs are not covered under state-funded legal aid, but representation can be obtained as a separate paid service.
Who provides free legal assistance?
The service is provided by experienced HUGO lawyers, whose average professional experience is 17 years. All lawyers have a master’s degree in law.
HUGO offices
HUGO offices are located in 16 cities across Estonia: Tallinn, Tartu, Pärnu, Rapla, Viljandi, Valga, Võru, Põlva, Jõgeva, Paide, Narva, Jõhvi, Rakvere, Haapsalu, Kuressaare, and Kärdla.
How to receive free legal assistance?
To receive free legal assistance, you must sign a client agreement and pay a one-time participation fee of 5 euros, which guarantees the opportunity to receive legal assistance on favorable terms until the end of the calendar year. Minors are exempt from the participation fee. To receive legal assistance, you need to schedule an appointment with a lawyer at www.hugo.legal/booking-discount or by calling 6 880 400.
State-funded legal aid is available until 31.12.2025 or until the allocated funds are exhausted.
