Appeal of Refusal to Grant Legal Aid
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If your application for legal aid or legal advice is refused, you may appeal the decision.
The appeal is a two-step process;
- The decision maker will review his/her decision
- If you are still unsatisfied with his/her decision, you may appeal to the "appeal committee", which consists of the chairman and four members of the Board.
The decision of the appeal committee is final and unappealable.
How to Apply
Submit your written appeal through the law centre solicitor dealing with your application or send your written appeal directly to the Legal Aid Board.
Where To Apply
The Legal Aid Board
Quay Street
Caherciveen
Kerry
Ireland
Tel:+353 (0)66 947 1000
Locall:1890 615 200
Homepage: http://www.legalaidboard.ie
Email: legalaid@eircom.net
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Related Documents
- Civil Legal Aid
This document describes civil legal aid in Ireland. - Legal aid for asylum seekers in Ireland
Legal aid is available to people in Ireland who are applying for asylum status. Find out more. - Social Welfare Appeals
How to appeal decisions of the Department of Social Protection in Ireland regarding benefits and entitlements.
Contact Us
If you have a question relating to this topic you can contact the Citizens Information Phone Service on 0761 07 4000 (Monday to Friday, 9am to 9pm) or you can visit your local Citizens Information Centre.