Clause Code : RB

Merits test refusal - generic - level 1

Clause type: Refusal

Solicitor clause wording

Legal aid is only available if each component of the merits test (unless otherwise specified in the grants policy manual) is met: - The reasonable prospects of success test - The prudent self-funding litigant test - The appropriateness of spending limited public legal grants of legal assistance funds test Based on the information provided, we do not believe your client meets the merits test as it appears that:

Client clause wording

Legal aid is only available if each component of the merits test (unless otherwise specified in the grants policy manual) is met: • The reasonable prospects of success test • The prudent self-funding litigant test • The appropriateness of spending limited public legal grants of legal assistance funds test Based on the information provided, we do not believe you meet the merits test as it appears that: