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Legal Cover and Debriefing
Ideally, you will have arranged a standby lawyer well in advance of the action who is prepared to be contacted during the demonstration itself and to follow through with representation for arrested demonstrators if they require it.
The standby lawyer should be a criminal solicitor with particular experience of dealing with demonstrations. If you do not know of such a lawyer, organisations such as Liberty may be able to help you find one in your area.
If you experience difficulties negotiating with the police in advance, the standby lawyer may be prepared to help you.
Debriefing
Taking time to listen to feedback from those who have helped you organise the event is more than just good practice - where there have been arrests such an exercise is essential.
It is also an opportunity to recognise the job done by stewards and legal observers, to thank them and to make sure you have their contact numbers for the next time you need them.
