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For use in calculating claims under the Litigators' Graduated Fee Scheme (LGFS) and Advocates' Graduated Fee Scheme (AGFS).
Claim for payment for criminal legal aid work in crown courts under the Advocates' Graduated Fee Scheme or the Litigators' Graduated Fee Scheme.
Guidance about expert witnesses in cases funded by legal aid, including fees, prior authority and provisions for specific types of expert.
Frequently asked questions about the Legal Aid Agency cyber security incident.
Information about allowable travel expenses and rules when submitting a claim under a graduated fee scheme.
A dedicated space with the latest updates, following the 2025 cyber-attack on the Legal Aid Agency’s online digital services.
Find specific information and funding guidance so you can run your mediation service according to Legal Aid Agency (LAA) contracts.
Check this list to see which offences count as evidence if you're applying for legal aid to separate from an abusive ex-partner.
Terms of Use and user information and guides for Sign in to Legal Aid Services (SILAS)
Use the Apply for criminal legal aid service to apply for criminal legal aid online.
Use claim forms or claim online, eg using CCMS, to get paid for all aspects of legal aid work; find guidance and help with submissions.
Follow this guidance when claiming for work undertaken under the Prohibition of Cross-Examination In Person Qualified Legal Representative (QLR) Scheme.
This page contains civil legal aid statutory materials, contracts, contractual arrangements, and guidance.
How to report suspected fraudulent activity to the LAA and find out what action we can take.
Solicitors and barristers: how to submit any changes in your details to the Legal Aid Agency.
Information for organisations interested in delivering legal aid under a 2024 Standard Civil Contract.
Purpose of the URN and how to obtain it.
How to report a person you suspect is receiving civil legal aid for which they are not eligible.
A platform for the online transfer of information and documentation.
Legal aid providers: find out how the LAA sets quality assurance standards and make sure you qualify.
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