Access to Justice through Legal Aid

At GT Stewart Solicitors, we ensure everyone can access specialist legal support, regardless of financial circumstances. Our publicly funded services are available to clients who qualify for Legal Aid, giving you expert representation.

We handle a wide range of cases under public funding, including:       

• Criminal Defence – defending criminal investigations and charges.

• Prison Law & Appeals – adjudications, parole hearings and appeals including CCRC applications.  

• Family Law – Care proceedings and child protection cases.

• Domestic abuse and Protection Orders – Ensuring victims have legal support.

• Housing – ASBIs, homelessness and possession proceedings.

• Mental Health Tribunals & Reviews.

• Community Care – challenging decisions by Care Providers & Local Authorities.

• Public Law and Civil Liberties – Representing clients in cases where their civil liberties and human rights have been violated.

Eligibility for Public Funding

Legal Aid eligibility depends on:

• Income and savings (or other assets).

• Type and merits of your case.

• Legal Aid Agency guidelines. 

If you qualify, we’ll guide you through the application process and make sure you understand what your funding covers. If your case does not immediately qualify, we will explore alternative options with you.

Contact Us Today

Get started with publicly funded legal representation. Call us on 020 8299 6000 or fill out our contact form to discuss your case.