Casework Master Class – Legal Aid

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.