Clause Code : MG1

Initial grant of aid for a Magistrates or Childrens Court matter.

Clause type: Approval

Solicitor clause wording

Aid is approved to dispose of a summary matter by way of a plea of guilty in the <!court_type!>, or to undertake initial preparation for trial and provide Legal Aid Queensland with a merit opinion in regards to your client's prospects of success at trial. If aid is sought for trial you must submit a summary trial extension of aid request.

Client clause wording

Aid is approved for you to get advice from a solicitor about your <!court_type!> matter. If you enter a plea of guilty your solicitor will represent you. At this stage your solicitor does not have funding to represent you at trial. If you want to enter a plea of not guilty your solicitor will advise you whether they think you are likely to be successful. If your solicitor requests funding for a trial we will assess whether you meet our guidelines.

Solicitors

Fee Structure 1

Solicitors Fee Structure 1
Work Type Fee
Reduced Fee $375.00
Total $375.00

Solicitors

Fee Structure 2

Solicitors Fee Structure 2
Work Type Fee
Full Fee $750.00
Total $750.00

Outlays

Outlays
Work Type Fee
Total disbursements $25.00
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