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Overview, how to apply, where to send paperwork and how long the exceptional case funding (ECF) process takes.
Process for logging issues with the operation of the Defence Solicitor Call Centre (DSCC)
Guidance on which controlled work codes to use when submitting your legal aid claim in CWA (civil, crime lower, procurement etc).
Controlled work form: for when advising parents or those with parental responsibility for a child under section 31 proceedings.
Contract documents for providers of criminal legal aid services, 2022
Information about legal aid providers by category of law.
The Criminal Cases Unit is responsible for assessing a range of claims paid out of Central Funds.
Applying for criminal legal aid in the limited circumstances where the eForm cannot be used: main application form (CRM14), financial statement (CRM15) and completion guidance
For use in calculating claims under the Litigators' Graduated Fee Scheme (LGFS) and Advocates' Graduated Fee Scheme (AGFS).
Care Case Fee Scheme (CCFS), KC/2 Counsel Events, and detailed case plans to use when a legal-aid-funded family case becomes high cost.
Legal aid providers: what to expect from the LAA audit process, including peer review and contract compliance audit details.
Claim for payment for criminal legal aid work in crown courts under the Advocates' Graduated Fee Scheme or the Litigators' Graduated Fee Scheme.
Indemnity forms for both limited liability partnerships and companies: personal guarantee and indemnity deed of agreement.
Contract documentation for providers delivering legal aid services.
Legal aid providers: test scope, merits and means; access legislation and regulations; use the civil legal aid calculator and manual.
A statement of your earnings, including overtime, bonus or commission, for the last 3 months.
This service enables anyone at risk of losing their home to get free legal advice, and representation in court, regardless of their financial circumstances.
Controlled work application forms: representation - CW2 (IMM), extension of disbursement limit - CW3C (IMM), review of refusal - CW4 (IMM).
Current and closed procurement activity for organisations interested in delivering legal aid.
If your client is charged, legal aid may pay for some or all of the costs of legal representation in court. Find the specific guidance here.
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