Environmental Law Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing access to environmental justice for communities and individuals facing environmental threats. Specializing in environmental and planning law, it stands out through its extensive pro bono network of over 150 legal professionals and its commitment to ensuring that the voices of ordinary people are heard in environmental matters.
The organization leverages a nationwide network of solicitors, barristers, and technical experts who volunteer their time to support those affected by environmental challenges. It handles over 300 cases annually, providing more than £1 million worth of free legal assistance each year. ELF focuses on empowering local communities, advocacy groups, and individuals by offering expert guidance and legal representation to promote better environmental decision-making.
Services Offered
- Environmental law advice and referral service
- Legal representation for communities and individuals
- Pro bono legal support through a network of solicitors and barristers
- Assistance with environmental judicial reviews and public inquiries
- Support for cases involving planning law and development threats
- University law clinics in partnership with law schools
- Rights of rivers advocacy and practical guidance for communities
- Interventions in environmental public interest cases
- Resources and guidance on environmental justice
- Representation in cases involving marine conservation, pollution, and natural habitat protection
ELF collaborates with a network of university law clinics, including the University of Birmingham, Cardiff University, The University of Law London, Nottingham Trent University, and the University of Exeter. The organization operates across the UK, assisting communities and individuals nationwide in their efforts to safeguard local environments.
