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Use this letter to get proof that an appropriate health professional referred you to a domestic abuse support service, if you're applying for legal aid.
Means assessment form for legal aid clients not on Income Support or other passporting benefits (also includes CIV MEANS 1P).
For legal representation: non-family proceedings.
Use this letter to get proof that an Independent Domestic Violence Advisor/Advocate has provided you with support, if you’re applying for legal aid.
Family help (higher) and legal representation in family proceedings.
Apply for a grant of advocacy assistance to a legal aid client.
Includes rates calculator and guidance for claims in civil matters.
Report crime lower work to the Legal Aid Agency.
Controlled work forms for extension requests on hourly rates and graduated fee cases in immigration/asylum and non-immigration matters.
Use these letters to get proof a partner has been convicted of domestic abuse against you, if you're applying for legal aid.
Letter to get evidence that social services think your child has been abused or is at risk, if you're applying for legal aid.
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.
Legal aid application for amendment or prior authority in civil cases.
Advocates’ Graduated Fee Scheme: paper claim forms for the AGFS, and Special Preparation claims
Use this letter to get evidence a partner has been cautioned by police for domestic abuse against you, if you're applying for legal aid.
Indemnity forms for both limited liability partnerships and companies: personal guarantee and indemnity deed of agreement.
Form for private prosecutors to apply for the costs of magistrates' and Crown Court cases.
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 proof that a partner has been issued with a DVPO or DAPO, 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.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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