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You have the right to speak for yourself in court without a solicitor or legal professional - where to get help with papers and procedures
You have the right to speak for yourself in court without a solicitor or…
You’ll be referred to as the ‘applicant’ if you brought the case, for…
You’ll be referred to as the: ‘applicant’ if you brought the case, for…
You can get legal advice to help you with your case, even if you choose to…
How to challenge a decision by a magistrates' court. Including how to get a fine reviewed, if you did not know about your case, how to appeal to the Crown Court.
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A guide to applying for compensation under the Criminal Injuries Compensation Scheme.
How to object and challenge someone else's trade mark and details of any legal costs involved.
Intellectual property insurance may not be appropriate for every business however you may find that IP insurance has numerous benefits.
The Youth Justice Sports Fund provides funding to local sport schemes, to support young people at risk of entering the criminal justice system.
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge West on 11 June 2025.
Employment Appeal Tribunal Judgment of Judge Auerbach on 24 June 2025.
Upper Tribunal Administrative Appeals Chamber decision by Judge Wright on 25 June 2025.
Employment Appeal Tribunal judgment of Judge Tayler on 24 July 2025.
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