Chapter 10 Self-test questions

. The _________ ____ _________ ______ ______ introduced major changes to the ways in which legal aid is delivered.

. The _____________ _____________ ____________ administers both the Community Legal Service scheme and the Criminal Defence Service scheme, providing advice and representation in civil and criminal cases respectively.

. A conditional fee agreement and a contingency fee agreement are the same.

. ______ _______ is a national charity that sets and monitors standards, gives support and guidance, and provides services to CABs throughout England.

. Pro bono means that the lawyer carries out legal work for the payment of a fee plus a bonus if successful.

. Which of the following types of cases are excluded from Legal Aid? Please select all that apply.

. Which of the following are funded by the Legal Aid Agency in civil cases? Please select all that apply.

. Public Defenders are employed directly by the Legal Aid Agency to undertake civil defence work.

. A McKenzie Friend can conduct litigation on behalf of a client.

. The abbreviation LASPO stands for Legal Aid and Special Punishment Act.

. Reform of the legal aid system tries to balance the competing demands of the______ and the needs of citizens.

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