Legal Aid

gary wrote: Hi, Im looking for confirmation at what point at tribunal level I can apply for Legal Aid.

Thanks

It may still be possible to get Legal Aid for a First Tier Tribunal, but the budget for this area of benefits has been reduced by some 97%, there should be no problem with Legal Aid and the Upper Tier, but not many advisors have experience in this area.

Gordon

gary wrote: thanks. I may need to source a solicitor who specialises on this.

My first appeal hearing made an error in law and now I have been again turned down by what I believe to be errors in the way the tribunal has been run.

Choose carefully, very few solicitors have first hand experience of benefit law and appeals, I don't think it is seen as being very profitable

Gordon

gary wrote: thanks Gordon,

I dont suppose you know where I can find a list of solicitors in that accept legal aid for welfare benefits.

I am afraid not, try an internet search of "welfare advice" with your postcode, town, or county.

Gordon