Legal aid remains available for many criminal cases, some family matters (particularly those involving domestic abuse or child protection), asylum and a limited range of other civil work. Our Bromley solicitors will tell you up front whether you may qualify.
Eligibility depends on the type of case ("scope"), the strength of the case ("merits") and your financial position ("means"). The means test looks at both income and capital, with disregards for some assets (such as a modest home).
We will discuss alternative funding options — fixed fees, hourly rates, no win no fee arrangements, or family law unbundled services — so you can still get the legal help you need.
If you qualify on means and the case is in scope, much of the cost is paid by the Legal Aid Agency. Some clients pay a contribution. In some civil cases, a successful client may have to repay legal aid out of damages (the statutory charge). We will explain how this works for your case.
Yes. Legal services are provided by [Firm Name], authorised and regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority under SRA No. [SRA Number]. You can verify our regulation on the SRA register at sra.org.uk.
Yes. We offer a free initial enquiry by phone or via our online form so we can understand your matter, explain how we can help, and outline likely costs before you commit. Please call [Phone Number] or use the enquiry form on this page.
It depends on the complexity of your matter. Where possible we work on fixed fees; otherwise we give you a clear written estimate at the outset and tell you straight away if anything changes. We will never present you with an unexpected bill.
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