Nominated representative
Appoint someone to speak to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) about your case.
Applies to England and Wales
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Overview
You can appoint someone to speak to the Legal Aid Agency (LAA) about your case. This person is called a nominated representative. They will be able to discuss your case with us until you tell us that you no longer want them to act for you.
What a nominated representative can do
A nominated representative can speak to the LAA on your behalf about anything relating to your case. Once appointed, they have access to the same information we hold about you. The authority will stay in place until you ask us to remove it. You may want to appoint a representative if you feel unable to discuss your case yourself or need support when dealing with the LAA.
How to appoint a nominated representative
1. Appoint someone by phone (fastest way)
You can appoint a representative for a temporary period of 7 days by calling 0300 200 2020.
When you call, have the following information ready:
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your reference number
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your representative’s name
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their address
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their phone number and email address
After the temporary appointment is made, you will receive a link to complete the online form so you can make the appointment permanent.
2. If you cannot call
You can use the paper form above if you are unable to make phone calls or need an alternative way to apply. Completed forms must be returned by post and should not be sent by email.
Please note that calling is still the fastest option to appoint a nominated representative.
How long the authority lasts
Your representative will remain authorised until either you or the representative informs the LAA that you want to end the arrangement.
Change or end a nominated representative
To change or end your nominated representative, call 0300 200 2020.