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Forms and checklists to submit escape fee case claims under the 4 different categories.
Form for Non-Fastrak claims for defence costs in magistrates' or Crown Court, and for cost of successful appeals against magistrates' sentence or conviction.
Family help (higher) and legal representation in family proceedings.
Application for legal advice and assistance for clients awaiting police interview; concerned in Prison Law matters and/or the Appeals and Reviews Class of Work
Sample letter to get evidence from a public authority confirming you have been assessed as being, or at risk of being, a victim of domestic violence, if you're applying for legal aid.
Includes rates calculator and guidance for claims in civil matters.
Use form LF1 to make a claim under the litigator graduated fee scheme (LGFS).
Means assessment form for legal aid clients not on Income Support or other passporting benefits (also includes CIV MEANS 1P).
Sample letters to get a copy of restraining order or protective injunction against an abusive partner, if you're applying for legal aid.
Sample letters to get evidence a partner is currently on police bail for a domestic violence charge, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use this letter to get evidence a partner has been cautioned by police for domestic violence against you, if you're applying for legal aid.
Apply for a grant of advocacy assistance to a legal aid client.
Sample letters to get proof that a partner has been issued with a domestic violence protection order, if you're applying for legal aid.
Report crime lower work to the Legal Aid Agency.
Use this sample letter to get evidence that you've been abused by a partner, if you're applying for legal aid for a divorce or separation.
For legal representation: non-family proceedings.
Use this letter to get proof that an appropriate health professional referred you to a domestic violence support service, if you're applying for legal aid.
Financial assessment form for client requesting family mediation.
Use these letters to get proof a partner has been convicted of domestic violence against you, if you're applying for legal aid.
Claim fees in criminal legal aid cases for assigned counsel, for time spent at court, in conference, drafting etc.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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