What information do you need to apply for family or civil legal aid?
When you go to see your lawyer, you’ll need to take details of your income, assets, and other information you’ll need for your application form. This includes:
the address and phone number where you can be contacted at home and/or at work
your date of birth
your before-tax income (including wages, and any benefit and ACC payments, and all income)
any savings you have
the value of any major assets you own (such as a house or car)
any money you owe (such as hire purchase or other debts)
how many dependants you have
You should also take any letters or documents to do with your case.
You’ll need to tell your lawyer:
whether you have a partner - if so, their finances will also be recorded in the application for legal aid
if anything changes in your work, family or financial situation.