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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

1. I want to keep my legal problem out of court. Can Legal Aid help?
2. How do I apply for legal aid?
3. Will I get legal aid?
4. Is legal aid free?
5. Can I choose my own lawyer?
6. How long does it take to find out if legal aid has been granted and how do I find out?
7. Why didn't I get legal aid?
8. What can I do if I have been refused legal aid?
9. What is a conflict of interest?
10. If I have filled out a Legal Aid application before do I have to do it again?
11. Can I transfer an existing grant of Legal Aid to another lawyer?
12. Are Legal Aid lawyers "real" lawyers?
13. Is the 1300 number toll free and where does it go?
14. I keep getting a recorded message?

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