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How AFCLAA manages civilian criminal legal representation for all eligible service personnel and civilians; and how to apply for assistance.
Information for competent authorities abroad (and in the UK) about obtaining evidence within the UK (or abroad) to assist in criminal investigations or proceedings.
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We are looking for exceptional solicitors, barristers and FCILEx with legal aid experience to join the Legal Aid Review Panel.
Recruitment process, rates of pay, overview of the panel, lists of members and guidance for barristers who work ‘off panel’.
Legal aid providers: test scope, merits and means; access legislation and regulations; use the civil legal aid calculator and manual.
The Attorney General’s Office (AGO) provides legal advice and support to the Attorney General and the Solicitor General (the Law Officers) who give legal advice to government. The AGO helps the Law Officers perform other duties in the public interest,...
Find legal advice to solve legal problems out of court: solicitors, pro bono lawyers, barristers, mediators and legal aid.
Information about legal aid available for people facing the loss of their home.
Guidance and templates for use with drafting mutual legal assistance requests from outside the UK.
Information regarding the application and assessment process for the legal trainee scheme
Government lawyers provide legal advice to the government and represent it in court proceedings GLP is part of the Civil Service .
Acting as an attorney - duties, including registering a lasting power, starting to act, gifting, handling disputes and replacement attorney responsibilities.
Find out if you're an accountancy service provider who needs to register with HMRC under the money laundering regulations.
Updates relating to the Early Legal Advice Pilot
Guidance about expert witnesses in cases funded by legal aid, including fees, prior authority and provisions for specific types of expert.
Apply to act for someone in court - litigation friends for children and people who cannot act for themselves because they lack the mental capacity
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