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Information about legal aid providers by category of law.
Information for organisations interested in delivering legal aid under a 2024 Standard Civil Contract.
Legal aid providers: test scope, merits and means; access legislation and regulations; use the civil legal aid calculator and manual.
The rules for legal aid providers, including the interests of justice and means tests, relevant legislation, and making an application.
A dedicated space with the latest updates, following the 2025 cyber-attack on the Legal Aid Agency’s online digital services.
Follow this guidance when claiming for work undertaken under the Prohibition of Cross-Examination In Person Qualified Legal Representative (QLR) Scheme.
How to report suspected fraudulent activity to the LAA.
Use the Apply for criminal legal aid service to apply for criminal legal aid online.
Terms of Use and user information and guides for Sign in to Legal Aid Services (SILAS)
Frequently asked questions about the Legal Aid Agency cyber security incident.
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.
Legal aid providers: what to expect from the LAA audit process, including peer review and contract compliance audit details.
Solicitors and barristers: how to submit any changes in your details to the Legal Aid Agency.
Check this list to see which offences count as evidence if you're applying for legal aid to separate from an abusive ex-partner.
A platform for the online transfer of information and documentation.
Inquest training course criteria and application guidance
Find specific information and funding guidance so you can run your mediation service according to Legal Aid Agency (LAA) contracts.
This page contains civil legal aid statutory materials, contracts, contractual arrangements, and guidance.
Check dates for processing (crime and civil) and planned BACS payments, get financial statements, switch to variable monthly payments.
How to submit escape fee case claims.
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