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Overview, how to apply, where to send paperwork and how long the exceptional case funding (ECF) process takes.
Find out what you'll need to get a legally binding decision on the commodity code to use when importing or exporting your goods.
If you are in a dispute with someone over the infringement or validity of a patent or SPC, you may request a non-binding opinion.
Legal aid providers: what to expect from the LAA audit process, including peer review and contract compliance audit details.
How to report a person you suspect is receiving civil legal aid for which they are not eligible.
Details of the exceptions to copyright that allow limited use of copyright works without the permission of the copyright owner.
How the Certification Officer (CO) applies her powers to act without a complaint to conduct investigations into trade unions and employers’ associations.
Explanation of legal phrases used in the Civil Procedure Rules.
Attorney General's guidelines for prosecutors on plea discussions and presenting a plea agreement to the court in serious fraud cases.
Information about legal aid available for people facing the loss of their home.
Finding the right advice and advisor is the first step in making the best decisions for your invention or business.
We are looking for exceptional solicitors, barristers and FCILEx with legal aid experience to join the Legal Aid Review Panel.
Resources for local regulators.
What to do if you think someone's used your intellectual property without permission - types of intellectual property abuse, help resolving disputes and further legal action you can take.
How to use the Administrative Court, part of the High Court which can hear cases about judicial reviews, statutory appeals and extradition.
Form PF205: Evidence in support of application for permission to execute for costs of previous attempts to enforce judgment (s.15(3) and (4) of the Courts and Legal Services Act 1990).
The Criminal Cases Unit is responsible for assessing a range of claims paid out of the Legal Aid Fund.
Application form CH2: enter an obligation to make further advances.
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