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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.
Adapt this example letter to give evidence of a Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference protection plan (for victims of domestic violence).
Controlled work form to request prior authority to instruct King’s Counsel, 2 counsel or disbursements above prescribed rates.
Use this letter to get evidence a partner has been cautioned by police for child abuse, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use this pro forma to request judicial review discretion, and find supporting guidance.
Forms for solicitors and advocates to claim back legal aid costs for confiscation proceedings. For representation orders dated 17 Sep 2020 to 29 Sep 2022 and main hearings after 31 Oct 2022.
Form for barristers and solicitors to make a claim for fees from the Criminal Defence Service fund to pay criminal court costs.
Form for claiming legal aid fees in contempt proceedings and for breaches of civil anti-social behaviour injunctions.
Use these letters to get proof a partner has been convicted of child abuse, if you're applying for legal aid.
Use this form to request prior authority or a change to cost limitation (where applicable).
Means assessment form for people who want to apply for legal aid and are passported, self-employed or in a formal business partnership.
Adapt this sample letter to respond to requests for information about completing domestic violence assessments.
Adapt this sample letter to give evidence of a person being referred to your domestic violence specialist support service.
Sample letter for social services staff to respond to requests for information about child abuse assessments or child protection plans.
Use this sample letter to get evidence a partner is on bail for a child abuse charge, if you're applying for legal aid.
Form for defendants and solicitors to claim back the costs of a case in a criminal court if you were refused legal aid for representation.
Report a claim in civil cases, for costs met in part or in full by other party.
Advocates’ Graduated Fee Scheme: redetermination form for items in dispute.
State a legal aid client's change of personal information for financial assessment.
Form for solicitors to claim back legal aid costs for criminal court cases from the Criminal Cases Unit.
Don’t include personal or financial information like your National Insurance number or credit card details.
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