A fond farewell from one of our summer interns, Sarah
My name is Sarah McDonnell and I interned with Mercy Law Resource Centre in July 2021. As a recent law graduate of Trinity College Dublin, my studies sparked an interest in human rights, refugee and immigration law, as I learned how the lives of billions are shaped by public international law. From that interest, […]
Welcoming new additions to Mercy Law!
We are pleased to announce two additions to our team, Heber Rowan (Fundraising & Communications Officer) and Katherine Finn (Locum Solicitor). With their diverse range of skills, we are delighted to have Heber and Katherine on board to support our efforts to vindicate the rights of those at risk of homelessness. The past year was […]
Mercy Law commits to the Law Society’s Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Charter
Mercy Law is delighted to announce that it has signed up to the Law Society’s Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Charter. As an organisation committed to the development of equal rights and access to justice, this pledge signifies our formal public commitment to treat all clients, volunteers and staff fairly and equally. It will mean […]
Mercy Law welcomes changes in criteria for civil legal aid eligibility
Mercy Law welcomes the recent decision of the Legal Aid Board to discount state housing support payments, including HAP, when assessing financial eligibility for civil legal aid. Those previously deemed ineligible for civil legal aid because HAP or another type of housing assistance pushed them over the income threshold who still require legal aid are advised to make a […]
