Access to Justice (OCR A-Level Law): Quizzes
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What fundamental principle ensures guilt or liability is based on facts and law, not wealth or status?
What fundamental principle ensures guilt or liability is based on facts and law, not wealth or status?
Equality before the law
In 2021, what did the average solicitor outside London charge per hour for advice or case preparation?
In 2021, what did the average solicitor outside London charge per hour for advice or case preparation?
£200 per hour
Which Act established the Legal Aid Agency?
Which Act established the Legal Aid Agency?
Legal Aid, Sentencing & Punishment Act
Which areas does the Civil Legal Advice Service cover?
Which areas does the Civil Legal Advice Service cover?
Debt, housing, domestic abuse
How many advocates does the Public Defender Service employ, including Queen's Counsel?
How many advocates does the Public Defender Service employ, including Queen's Counsel?
Approximately 25 advocates, 7 QCs
Since 2013, where is the success fee in a CFA deducted from?
Since 2013, where is the success fee in a CFA deducted from?
The client's compensation
What is the typical cap on the success fee in a Conditional Fee Agreement?
What is the typical cap on the success fee in a Conditional Fee Agreement?
25% of the compensation awarded
How many Citizens Advice Bureau locations are there throughout the country?
How many Citizens Advice Bureau locations are there throughout the country?
Over 3,500 locations
What does the Latin term 'pro bono' mean?
What does the Latin term 'pro bono' mean?
For the public good
What type of legal matters do trades unions typically focus on for their members?
What type of legal matters do trades unions typically focus on for their members?
Employment-related matters