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Considering an application for legal assistance
Consideration of an application and exercise of the Bar Council’s discretion is a three stage process.






spiralFirst stage – Consideration of material which the applicant must provide
The applicant must provide the following information written details of the problem in respect of which assistance is sought and all relevant documentation. Learn More >>


picSecond stage – Bar Council’s consideration of the application
If LARS is of the view that the application should be put to the Bar Council, then the Bar Council will consider whether, in its opinion, the applicant’s application discloses a meritorious case at law. Learn More >>
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spacerThird Stage – Bar Council’s consideration of any other relevant matters
In the event that the Council exercises its discretion in favour of the applicant to the effect that referral assistance should be granted, LARS will take reasonable steps to find a barrister prepared to provide an advice as to the prospects of success or legal merit of the matter. Learn More >>
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    What happens next?
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    Download a LARS application form
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pic Download a LARS application form in PDF format.

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