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Use this form to make a claim against a person or organisation to settle a dispute. Includes guidance notes N1A, N1C, N1D and N1(FD).
Use this form to apply for probate by post either as an executor named in the will of someone who's died, or as a beneficiary if there are no executors.
When and how to appeal against a visa, asylum or immigration decision - appeals to the immigration and asylum tribunal, administrative review, fees, forms, further submissions.
Use this form to tell the civil court which documents you served, who you served them on, and when, where and how you served them.
How to claim compensation through the Criminal Injuries Compensation Authority (CICA) scheme if you've been seriously injured in a violent crime.
Find legal advice to solve legal problems out of court: solicitors, pro bono lawyers, barristers, mediators and legal aid.
The penalties if you are caught taking or dealing drugs - drug classification, fines and prison sentences
How to take an employer to a tribunal: the hearing, what happens if you lose your case, how to appeal.
Ask your local police to give you a copy of the information they hold about you - CRB check, DBS check, proof of identity
Use this form to apply for letters of administration to manage the estate of the person who has died if they have not left a will.
Use this form to complete a ‘statement of information’ to help the court decide whether the financial and property arrangements you’ve made are fair.
Use this form to start a request for a financial order in proceedings for divorce or ending a civil partnership.
Find out about terrorist threat levels, national measures against terrorism and how to report suspect activity
It is against the law to discriminate against anyone because of their sex, religion, disability or certain other personal characteristics ('protected characteristics')
How to get free and confidential advice from Civil Legal Advice in England and Wales.
The different types of court - magistrates' court, Crown Court and youth court - the crimes they deal with and the level of sentences they can give.
Apply for help with the cost of prison visits, including travel to the prison, accommodation, meals.
Find registered designs in the UK
How to make a request from public bodies and organisations under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), how much it costs and how long it takes
It's illegal to buy alcohol if you're under 18 and you can be stopped, fined or arrested by the police for drinking in public
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