ATJAF

• What does access to justice and funding mean?

  Individuals should be able to obtain legal advice, representation, and access to the courts, regardless of their financial situation.
• Why is access to justice and funding important?

  It's a fundamental part of the rule of law ensuring that everyone has a fair opportunity to enforce or defend their legal rights.
• How much does a High Court case cost each side per day?

  £12,000 - £18,000.
• What do those bringing civil cases to court have to undergo?

  Cost analysis.
• In taking cases to court, what is there a big disparity between?

  The ability to pay for a legal case between parties.
• What % of people on lower incomes are likely to have one legal problem each year?

  60%
• What % of people on higher incomes are likely to have one legal problem each year?

  30%
• What did Mr Justice Darling say about access to justice and funding?

  The Law courts are open to any man, so are the doors of the Ritz Hotel.