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Information packs for solicitors and barristers to get legal aid in high cost cases (HCC) where the matter is outside of family law.
Guidance on the funding of civil contempt, how to apply and how to get paid.
We are inviting applications from individuals interested in becoming Peer Reviewers.
High cost contract, schedules and specifications when applying for legal aid in civil high cost cases.
Guides and videos for prosecutors and defence lawyers on using court technology to present evidence on screens in courtrooms.
How to tender for contracts to deliver legal services, including crime, civil and telephone advice contracts using the eTendering portal.
Using MI online, you can access, download and print financial statements either for your own office or for the whole firm.
Information for organisations interested in delivering Housing Loss Prevention Advice Services and Housing and Debt services.
Guidance for legal aid providers on secure handling of personal documents and data.
We are looking for exceptional solicitors, barristers and FCILEx with legal aid experience to join the Legal Aid Review Panel.
Information about completing means assessment forms and checking that your client has correctly completed the forms.
A quick way to locate the main cost judge decisions we refer to when making assessment decisions on LGFS and AGFS claims
Payments on account in civil cases, inquests, police station remote attendance, mental health tribunals, family hearings, and travel and mileage.
Civil Legal Advice (CLA) contract documents for providers of specialist remote legal advice through the CLA helpline from 1 September 2025.
Our approach to working with clients and making applications.
Find VHCC arrangements, guidance and VHCC contract documents for organisations and self-employed advocates.
Draft contract documents for the Criminal Defence Direct Contract from 4 May 2026.
Information for organisations interested in delivering specialist telephone advice services in Education, Discrimination, and Housing and Debt.
Working with contract management and accreditation.
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