Applying for legal aid

The links in the left hand margin of this section provide information for practitioners on the following aspects of the Legal Aid Application process:

• The Legal Aid Panel
• Documents to Lodge
• When to Lodge the Application
• Very Urgent Applications
• Notification of the Decision about Aid
• The First Appointment after Aid is Granted
• Professional Considerations When Acting for a Legally Aided Client
• Practical Issues When Acting for a Legally Aided Client