Legal Aid to help fund your case
Certain matters may qualify for legal aid.
Can I get Legal Aid?
If you do not have the means to pay for legal representation, you may be able to qualify for Legal Aid.
Legal Aid can assist with the costs of receiving legal advice and representation. It is there to ensure that people without means can receive the same chance as someone with means to pay for legal advice.
If you qualify for Legal Aid, you could get:
- Legal advice on your rights and options
- Legal representation from a solicitor or barrister – they can speak on your behalf in court.
- Cover for court fees and associated disbursements directed by the court, such as drug testing and expert reports.
Not all matters are covered by Legal Aid
In April 2013, the Government made significant changes to the eligibility of legal funding. The Act removed some types of cases from the scope of legal aid funding and stipulated that other cases would only qualify when they met certain criteria.
Paying the costs of your case
Legal Aid might not cover all the costs of your case. You may have to:
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- pay some of the costs upfront
- pay back some of the cost if you win money or property from your case
To check if you might qualify for Legal Aid please see the government website link:
Check if you can get Legal Aid – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
If you need help with a family or criminal matter, please contact us today on 01492 874774 or 596596 to discuss your case.
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If you are unsure as to whether you will qualify for Legal Aid contact us and we can advise you.