Free Legal Aid
According to Section 13 (1) of the Act, any individual who satisfies any criteria under Section 12 is entitled to receive legal services, provided that the concerned Legal Services Authority is satisfied that such person has a genuine case to prosecute or defend the matter. There is hence no bar as to which kind of cases one can apply and not apply for. All kinds of cases are included as long as the individual satisfies the eligibility under Section 12 of the Act.
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Provision of free legal aid may include:
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Representation by an Advocate in legal proceedings.
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Payment of process fees, expenses of witnesses and all other charges payable or incurred in connection with any legal proceedings in appropriate cases;
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Preparation of pleadings, memo of appeal, paper book including printing and translation of documents in legal proceedings;
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Drafting of legal documents, special leave petition etc.
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Supply of certified copies of judgments, orders, notes of evidence and other documents in legal proceedings.
Free Legal Services also include provision of aid and advice to the beneficiaries to access the benefits under the welfare statutes and schemes framed by the Central Government or the State Government and to ensure access to justice in any other manner.
According to Section 2(c) of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987, “legal services” includes any service in the conduct of any case or other legal proceeding before any court or other authority or tribunal and the giving of advice on any legal matter.
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Vegaah Consultancy Services provide free legal aid to the poor aimed at ensuring that individuals who cannot afford legal representation have access to justice. It assist in various forms including legal advice, representation in court and other legal services upholding the principle of justice for all, contributing to a fair and equitable legal system.