Letter asking for free legal aid
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To,
The Secretary,
District Legal Services Authority, ________________
Date: 28 September 2026
Subject: Request for free legal aid under Section 12(c) of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987
Respected Sir or Madam,
I, ________________, daughter/wife of ________________, residing at ________________, request free legal aid. As a woman, I am entitled to legal services under Section 12(c) of the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987.
I need help with the following matter:
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I request that a panel lawyer be assigned to advise me and, if needed, to file and conduct my case. I will provide all documents I have.
Yours faithfully,
Signature: ____________________
Name: ________________