Challenging and Appealing LAA Funding Decisions

CCLG Training Webinar
Thursday 4 September 2025, 1:00–2:00pm

Past Event

This free lunchtime webinar will explore the processes and strategies for challenging decisions made by the Legal Aid Agency (LAA). We’ll cover:

  • The review and independent adjudicator stages

  • Time limits and relevant regulations

  • How the LAA typically responds and how to counter their position

  • Preparing for the independent adjudicator

  • When it may be appropriate to consider pre-action protocol letters

The session will include a presentation, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A. Attendees are encouraged to bring examples or experiences to share.

Speakers:

  • Louise Eardley, Senior Associate Solicitor, Gold Jennings

  • Mitchell Woolf, Consultant Solicitor, Scott-Moncrieff and Access Social Care

  • Oliver Carter, Associate Solicitor, Irwin Mitchell

Who should attend?
The training is suitable for practitioners at all levels of experience.

Important note:
The session may be recorded for internal training purposes, but we do not currently plan to share a recording.


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