Legal

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• How do I make a claim through the small claims court?

  Small claims cases are often more straightforward to deal with than other types of cases, and most people choose to represent themselves without the need for a solicitor. For further information about small claims courts, see this section of the Citizens Advice website.

• How do I get representation in court?

  For a free online tool which you can use to help find solicitors near you, see this section of the Law Society's website.

• Do I qualify for legal aid?

  To check eligibility for legal aid, the official Government website has a free calculator that you can find here.

  For more information on legal aid in general and which types of cases it covers are available see this section of the Citizens Advice website.

• What are my civil rights?

  As a member of British society you have rights and responsibilities. To find out more about your legal and civil rights and how you should be treated by the police and prison system, see this section of the Citizens Advice website.

• FACT SHEETS

  A range of printable fact sheets on Legal issues is available here