Strengthening Access to Justice for the Marginalized
ESCR-Asia delivers pro-bono legal representation, juridical advocacy for legal reform, and comprehensive human rights defense across Pakistan and the broader Asian region.
Ask-A-Lawyer Pro-Bono Program
Free legal consultations with volunteer attorneys for unrepresented individuals.
OUR MISSION
ESCR-Asia has a mission to render legal services pro-bono to strengthen access to justice for marginalized and undertakes juridical advocacy for legal reform.
It originated with a view to broaden the horizon of legal services in its various dimensions for promotion, protection and enforcement of human rights. Our Ask a Lawyer program is designed to provide Pro Bono legal services to those who cannot afford their own legal representation. This includes poor people and vulnerable groups such as women, children and the rural poor.
Pro-Bono Legal Defense
Providing direct, uncompromised representation to those unable to afford counsel, ensuring equality before the law.
Juridical Advocacy & Reform
Filing strategic litigation and advocating institutional statutory reforms to eliminate systemic barriers in justice delivery.
Protection for Vulnerable Communities
Focused protection for refugees, asylum-seekers, women subjected to gender violence, bonded labor, and the rural poor.
Our Legal Aid Center
Our Legal Aid Project offers a variety of Ask-A-Lawyer programs for unrepresented individuals to receive free consultations with volunteer attorneys. There are no restrictions to participate in an Ask-A-Lawyer program. For additional details, please fill the legal aid form below. We have lawyers who can talk to you about how the law applies to your legal problem.
Submit Your Inquiry
Complete our secure confidential intake form with your contact information and a brief description of your matter.
Attorney Evaluation
Our volunteer attorneys examine the legal merits, applicable human rights statutes, and procedural remedies.
Consultation & Action
Speak directly with counsel to receive practical advice, case drafting, representation, or referral to our specialized desks.
Request Legal Aid
Whether you are confronting arbitrary detention, asylum concerns, labor exploitation, or civil injustice, our volunteer attorneys are here to guide you.
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No Eligibility Restrictions
Every marginalized or unrepresented individual can request free consultation through our program.
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Strict Confidentiality
Your disclosure is protected under attorney-client privilege and human rights defender safety protocols.
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Rapid Case Evaluation
In urgent detention or protection matters, our legal team responds within 24 to 48 hours.
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Request Submitted Successfully!
Your intake file has been assigned case tracking reference: ESCR-PK-89214. A legal counselor from our Islamabad Legal Aid desk will review your details and reach out.
All consultations under Ask-A-Lawyer program are 100% free of charge.Strategic Programs & Campaigns
Beyond courtrooms, ESCR-Asia initiates structural campaigns combating poverty, hunger, child exploitation, and institutional inequality.
Hunger Relief
Food for Hungry Program
As a pioneer domestic hunger-relief initiative active since 2008, ESCR-Asia leads the campaign to eradicate malnutrition and food insecurity across Pakistan while raising national awareness on the Right to Food.
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Child Rights
Campaign to Eradicate Child Labour
Collaborating with local civil society partners and government bodies in Pakistan to rescue children from bonded labor, hazardous employment, and secure their fundamental right to compulsory education.
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Serving as the regional Secretariat for 35+ Asian NGOs, spearheading Right-to-Food toolkits with UN FAO Rome, voter education modules with the EU/UNDEF, and judicial training across Southeast & Northeast Asia.
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