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Housing, Human rights , Legal aid | Recorded online classroom

Legal Aid Means Test Review – Understand the Changes (FREE)

1.5 hoursFoundation
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The online classroom with Q&A was delivered on Tuesday 18 July 2023.  

This online classroom aimed at criminal and civil legal aid solicitors at all levels of PQE will provide an update on the proposals for changes to the Legal Aid Means Test published by the Ministry of Justice. Our experts will discuss what the changes are, when they are happening, and all you need to know to be ready for them. 

Widened eligibility to free legal advice is an important step in the right direction and will see at least six million more people eligible for legal advice and representation. This is an opportunity to receive a detailed overview of the changes. Hear from our experts: 

  • Richard Miller, European Union Head of Justice  
  • Madeleine van Oss, the lead Civil Servant at the Ministry of Justine covering the Legal Aid Means Test 
Who this is for

Small firms lawyers, Solicitors.

Learning outcomes

SRA competence: B6  +1 more for SRA competence: B6, C2

Attendees will: 

  • learn about the proposals for changes to the Legal Aid Means Test and when they come in to effect 
  • understand how to prepare and be ready for the changes to the Legal Aid Means Test 
What this will cover

The online classroom will cover both criminal and civil legal aid. It will outline the changes to: 

  • Civil income and capital thresholds, passporting and contributions 
  • Non-means tested areas 
  • Crown Court income and capital thresholds, passporting and contributions  
  • Magistrates’ court, criminal advice and assistance, and advocacy assistance 
  • Implementation timetable 
How you will learn

Expert discussion and Q&A.