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Use this letter to get proof that an appropriate health professional referred you to a domestic violence support service, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use form LF1 to make a claim under the litigator graduated fee scheme (LGFS).
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.
Means assessment form for legal aid clients not on Income Support or other passporting benefits (also includes CIV MEANS 1P).
Letter to get evidence that social services think your child has been abused or is at risk, if you're applying for legal aid.
Sample letters to get evidence a partner is currently on police bail for a domestic violence charge, if you're applying for legal aid.
Means assessment form for people on Income Support or employment benefits who want to apply for legal aid.
Application for legal advice and assistance for clients awaiting police interview; concerned in Prison Law matters and/or the Appeals and Reviews Class of Work
Apply for a grant of advocacy assistance to a legal aid client.
Includes rates calculator and guidance for claims in civil matters.
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 domestic violence protection order, if you're applying for legal aid.
Financial assessment form for client requesting family mediation.
Controlled work forms for extension requests on hourly rates and graduated fee cases in immigration/asylum and non-immigration matters.
Report crime lower work to the Legal Aid Agency.
For legal representation: non-family proceedings.
How solicitors can set out the reason why it would be unreasonable for the defendant to pay the full costs.
Adapt this example letter to give evidence of a Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference protection plan (for victims of domestic violence).
Claim fees in criminal legal aid cases for assigned counsel, for time spent at court, in conference, drafting etc.
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.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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