The question (6 marks)
Laxmi, a woman who works as a domestic helper, applies to a District Legal Services Authority for a lawyer to defend a suit filed against her. The office tells her that her application cannot be entertained because she has produced no income certificate and her earnings appear to exceed the figure printed in the Act. Advise Laxmi on her entitlement and on what the Authority is required to consider. (6 marks)
MU Module I, persons entitled to legal services; pack ch. 01, ss. 12-13; quick reference 4, caution list on s. 12(h).
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It tests Unit 1 · The Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 of Alternate Dispute Resolution.
Authorities you will need
- Legal Services Authorities Act
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