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Counsel - use this claim form and forward to the instructing solicitor.
Information for organisations interested in delivering Criminal Defence Direct (CDD) services from 4 May 2026.
Information about completing means assessment forms and checking that your client has correctly completed the forms.
How to tender for contracts to deliver legal services, including crime, civil and telephone advice contracts using the eTendering portal.
Adapt this example letter to give evidence of a Multi-agency Risk Assessment Conference protection plan (for victims of domestic violence).
Claim for payment on account in civil legal aid cases (including civil applications arising from criminal proceedings).
Report a claim in civil cases, for costs met in part or in full by other party.
Use this form to give reasons for withdrawal of a legal aid certificate.
How solicitors can set out the reason why it would be unreasonable for the defendant to pay the full costs.
Legal aid claim forms and guidance for the FGF and Family Advocacy schemes - including CIV CLAIM5, CIV CLAIM5A, EX504 and EX505.
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