Course Overview

This course is tailored to help caseworkers navigate the complexities of legal aid, identifying who qualifies and under what circumstances aid can be claimed. Participants will gain comprehensive knowledge on how to assist constituents facing significant legal challenges.

What You’ll Learn

Eligibility for Legal Aid: Understand who can apply for legal aid and the specific issues that qualify for assistance. Learn about the circumstances under which help can be claimed, such as cases involving homelessness, domestic violence, forced marriages, disability issues, financial matters, and more.
Legal Aid Coverage: Discover the areas of law where legal aid is available, including community care, Special Educational Needs, disability discrimination, mental health and mental capacity cases, as well as some housing, debt, family, and immigration cases.
Changes to Legal Aid: Gain insight into how recent changes to legal aid have impacted various areas of casework, including welfare benefit appeals, debt management, housing problems, education, and more. This session will provide a detailed assessment of these changes and their practical implications.

Course Highlights

Introduction to Legal Aid Changes: Detailed overview of the impact of changes on welfare benefits, personal debt management, housing issues, and special educational needs.
Effect on Specific Legal Areas: Examination of how legal aid changes affect immigration, health, criminal injuries, and family law cases, with a focus on the new rules for eligibility and available
Financial Criteria for Legal Aid: Explanation of the income and capital requirements for legal aid, including the specific effects on claimants of various benefits.

Why Enrol?

Expert Guidance: Learn from professionals with extensive experience in legal aid casework.
Practical Insights: Gain actionable knowledge and tools to effectively assist constituents in need of legal aid.
Comprehensive Coverage: Ensure you are well-equipped to handle a wide range of legal issues and understand the latest changes in legal aid policies.

Secure your spot in our Legal Aid Casework Master Class and become a more effective and confident caseworker. Register now to enhance your skills and knowledge in this critical area.

Casework Master Class – Legal Aid

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Casework Master Class – Legal Aid

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