Access to Justice MCQs

What is the primary purpose of legal aid?

• To provide free legal representation for all cases

• To assist individuals who cannot afford legal representation

• To fund only criminal defence lawyers

• To replace private legal funding

Which government agency administers legal aid in England and Wales?

• The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)

• The Ministry of Justice (MoJ)

• The Legal Aid Agency (LAA)

• The Law Society

What type of cases did the LASPO 2012 Act remove from civil legal aid?

• Criminal cases

• Family law (unless involving domestic violence)

• All contract disputes

• Judicial review cases

Which of the following is NOT a factor in determining eligibility for legal aid?

• The applicant’s financial situation

• The complexity of the case

• The nationality of the applicant

• The merits of the case

What is the main limitation of private legal funding?

• It is only available for criminal cases

• It requires payment upfront and can be expensive

• It is funded by the government

• It is only available for claimants, not defendants

What does a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA) typically involve?

• Legal aid funding for all types of cases

• Lawyers taking on cases pro bono

• Clients only paying legal fees if they win the case

• Lawyers receiving a salary from the government

What is a ‘success fee’ in a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA)?

• A fee paid to the losing party

• A government grant given to winning claimants

• An additional fee charged by the solicitor if the case is won

• A refund given to unsuccessful claimants

Which of the following cases is most likely to be funded through a CFA?

• A criminal defence case

• A divorce case

• A personal injury claim

• A judicial review case

What type of legal funding is commonly provided by trade unions?

• Funding for employment-related legal disputes

• Funding for personal injury claims only

• Funding for criminal cases

• No funding – trade unions do not provide legal assistance

Which of the following organisations provides free legal advice to the public?

• The Crown Prosecution Service (CPS)

• Citizens Advice

• The House of Lords

• The Bar Standards Board