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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.
Use this sample letter to get proof a partner promised in court not to harass or threaten you, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use this form if you if you wish to nominate someone other than your solicitor to contact the LAA to discuss the case on your behalf.
Use form LF1 to make a claim under the litigator graduated fee scheme (LGFS).
Claim fees in criminal legal aid cases for assigned counsel, for time spent at court, in conference, drafting etc.
Use this letter from a housing authority or housing association as evidence of domestic abuse, if you are applying for legal aid.
LAA forms to give 1) notice of certificate, 2) request extension/amendment to certificate or 3) advise of certificate withdrawal/revocation.
Form for barristers and solicitor advocates to claim legal aid fees in certain circumstances.
Sample letter to get evidence that police and other agencies set up a plan to protect you from abuse, if you're applying for legal aid.
Sample letter to get a copy of a DVPN or DAPN, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use this form to give reasons for withdrawal of a legal aid certificate.
Sample letter to get proof from the police that a partner has been issued with a DVPO or DAPO, if you're applying for legal aid.
Advocates’ Graduated Fee Scheme: paper claim forms for the AGFS, and Special Preparation claims
Controlled work form for legal aid clients requesting family mediation, with section to be signed by the mediator.
For legal aid applications where there is no time to make a full application.
Form for private prosecutors to apply for the costs of magistrates' and Crown Court cases.
Summary sheet for claims submitted to the Legal Aid Agency: profit costs, disbursements, travel and waiting.
Forms for solicitors and advocates to claim back legal aid costs for confiscation proceedings. For representation orders dated 1 Apr 2016 to 16 Sep 2020 for solicitors, and between 31 Dec 2018 and 16 Sep 2020 for advocates, …
This form is for clients and/or their partners who are self-employed sole traders.
Form for claiming legal aid fees in crime escape cases, excluding crime prison law matters.
Do not include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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