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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.
This form is for clients and/or their partners who are self-employed sole traders.
How solicitors can set out the reason why it would be unreasonable for the defendant to pay the full costs.
Use digital systems to simplify criminal legal aid processing: find forms for LAA criminal legal aid applications and eForms information.
Use this form to give reasons for withdrawal of a legal aid certificate.
Form for claiming legal aid fees in contempt proceedings and for breaches of civil anti-social behaviour injunctions.
Counsel - use this claim form and forward to the instructing solicitor.
Use this sample letter to get evidence that your partner abused a child, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use this letter to get proof that an Independent Sexual Violence Advisor/Advocate has provided you with support, if you’re applying for legal aid.
Sample letters to get evidence of a restraining order or injunction against an abusive partner, if you're applying for legal aid.
Claim for assessment of costs or payment of costs following detailed assessment in civil cases.
Use this sample letter to get a copy of the child abuse charge from the police, if you're applying for legal aid.
Financial assessment form for legal aid applicants whose main home main home is outside the United Kingdom.
Use these letters to get proof that a partner was given a binding over order for domestic abuse, if you're applying for legal aid.
Claim for costs in fixed fee family cases.
Controlled work form to request prior authority to instruct King’s Counsel, 2 counsel or disbursements above prescribed rates.
Claim for payment on account in civil legal aid cases (including civil applications arising from criminal proceedings).
Forms and guidance for claiming legal aid fees in crime prison law escape cases.
Report a claim in civil cases, for costs met in part or in full by other party.
Use these letters to get proof a partner has been convicted of child abuse, if you're applying for legal aid.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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