Liverpool’s Leading Specialists in Welfare Law

We can advise you on the procedures of dealing with the complexities of the Welfare Benefits system, dealing with the Jobcentre Plus, Reconsiderations and Appeals.

We do have a team of specialists with a high level of experience dealing with all aspects of Welfare Benefits, as follows:

  • Benefit Fraud – Interview under caution and representation in court if charged
  • Income Support – Incapacity Benefit
  • Disability Living Allowance
  • Attendance Allowance
  • Housing & Council Tax Benefit
  • Tax Credits
  • Job Seekers Allowance
  • Carers Allowance
  • Social Fund
  • Overpayments of Benefits

We are able to assist with all the above including attending for interviews concerning benefit fraud and we also offer free representation at the Tribunal Service concerning Appeals.

How Much Will It Cost Me?

Legal Aid is available in most cases, which means we are able to assist a majority of our clients without any charge. However, we are also able to assist claimants who are not entitled to Legal Aid at reasonable and competitive rates.

We can advise you on the procedures undertaken by Jobcentre Plus, challenging decisions and be assured that you will receive quality advice.

Who Is In The Department?

Steve Lunt (Welfare Departmental Manager & Supervisor) Peter Thomas (Deputy Manager/Benefit Advisor) Bernard Power (Benefit Advisor) & Elaine Cookson (Personal Assistant)

Our team of specialists can be contacted on:

Tel: 0151 236 2224 or 0151 243 0120

 

Testimonials:

“New Start has been operating as a provider of housing and support for vulnerable adults with diverse needs for more than ten years. During that period Linskills Welfare Benefits Department has assisted hundreds of New Start residents with problems they have encountered surrounding their personal state benefits, including Housing Benefit, Council Tax, Income Support, Incapacity Benefit, Disability Living Allowance and Community Care Grants. As an organization we have always found Linskills to be very professional, and we are very confident is signposting residents, for whom we are responsible, to their Welfare Benefits Service”.

New Start Homes

 


Steven Lunt dealt with a welfare matter for me.  He was very helpful, and dealt with the matter quickly, and efficiently.  I was extremely happy with the outcome and the service given.  I would definitely recommend Linskills to friends, neighbours and family.  

Mr H. McCormack