Legal Aid Eligibility Checker

What type of case do you need help with?

Legal aid is only available for certain family law matters.

Domestic abuse protection

Non-molestation orders, occupation orders, or other protection from abuse

Children matters involving abuse

Child arrangements where there's evidence of domestic abuse or child abuse

Care proceedings

Social services have applied for a care or supervision order

Forced marriage protection

At risk of being forced into marriage

Family mediation

Resolve disputes about children or finances outside of court

Divorce or finances (no abuse)

Standard divorce or financial settlement

Children matters (no abuse)

Child arrangements without abuse concerns

Do you have evidence of domestic abuse?

Select any evidence you have or can obtain.

Court order or injunction

Non-molestation order, restraining order, or other protective order

Police involvement

Police report, caution, charge, or conviction for domestic abuse

Medical evidence

Letter from GP, hospital, or health professional

Support service letter

Letter from domestic abuse service, IDVA, or refuge

Housing evidence

Letter from housing provider confirming abuse-related housing

Social services involvement

Letter confirming assessment due to domestic abuse

I don't have evidence yet

I've experienced abuse but don't have formal evidence

💡 Need help getting evidence?

A solicitor can help you obtain evidence. Ask your GP, domestic abuse service, or housing provider for a supporting letter. There's no time limit on when the abuse occurred.

Do you receive any of these benefits?

Certain benefits mean you automatically pass the income test.

Yes, I receive a qualifying benefit

Universal Credit, Income Support, Income-based JSA, Income-related ESA, or Pension Credit Guarantee

I receive other benefits

Child Benefit, PIP, Tax Credits, etc. (don't automatically qualify)

No benefits

Employed, self-employed, or other income

Your financial details

We need to check if you meet the financial thresholds.

Gross monthly income (before tax)

Include all income. Include partner's income if living together.

Number of dependent children

Total savings and investments

Don't include your home or pension.

Do you own your home?

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⚠️ Estimate only

This provides guidance only. Use the official GOV.UK checker or speak to a legal aid solicitor for a proper assessment.