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Use these letters to get proof a partner has been convicted of domestic violence against you, if you're applying for legal aid.
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.
Use this sample letter to get evidence that you've been abused by a partner, if you're applying for legal aid for a divorce or separation.
Sample letters to get a copy of restraining order or protective injunction against an abusive partner, if you're applying for legal aid.
Controlled work application forms: representation - CW1&2 (MH), enhanced rates - CWC (MH), review of refusal or withdrawal - CW4 (MH).
Use this form for recovery under the statutory charge and request to postpone enforcement.
Claim for assessment of costs or payment of costs following detailed assessment in civil cases.
Sample letter to get evidence that police and other agencies set up a plan to protect you from abuse, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use this form if you if you wish to nominate someone other than your solicitor to contact the LAA to discuss the case on your behalf.
Form for claiming legal aid fees in crime escape cases, excluding crime prison law matters.
Form for private prosecutors to apply for the costs of magistrates' and Crown Court cases.
For newly qualified duty solicitors or for duty solicitors that will have joined your firm by the date the rota starts.
Claim fees in criminal legal aid cases for assigned counsel, for time spent at court, in conference, drafting etc.
Sample letter to get a copy of a domestic violence protection notice issued against a partner, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use digital systems to simplify criminal legal aid processing: find forms for LAA criminal legal aid applications and eForms information.
Financial information about a legal aid applicant’s business partnership or self-employed work.
For legal aid applications where there is no time to make a full application.
This form is for clients and/or their partners who are company directors or shareholders in a limited company.
This form is for clients and/or their partners who are self-employed sole traders.
Legal aid claim forms and guidance for the FGF and Family Advocacy schemes - including CIV CLAIM5, CIV CLAIM5A, EX504 and EX505.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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