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Get help paying court and tribunal fees

Apply online for help to pay your court or tribunal fee here. Also includes information about eligibility.

https://www.gov.uk/get-help-with-court-fees
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Legal aid

Legal aid can help you pay for legal advice, family mediation or representation in court and some tribunals. Explains when and how you may be able to get legal aid and how to claim.

https://www.gov.uk/legal-aid
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Help with paying legal costs

Information about legal aid and access to justice including the types of cases where you can still get legal aid, where to find a legal aid solicitor and how to find out if you are eligible for legal aid.

https://www.lawsociety.org.uk/for-the-public/help-with-paying-legal-costs/
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LawWorks - legal advice for individuals

If you have a problem and need legal advice to resolve it, you may be able to get help from a legal adviser or an organisation which specialises in your problem. 

https://www.lawworks.org.uk/legal-advice-individuals
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Litigants in person

Information on going through the court process alone, explaining what to expect and what you should bring to court with you. 

https://childlawadvice.org.uk/information-pages/litigants-in-person/
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