Benefit Fraud Solicitors in Leeds

Benefit Fraud Legal Advice in Leeds

At Whiterose Blackmans Solicitors LLP,  we have defended clients accused of benefit fraud in Leeds and across the UK. Our team of specialist Criminal Law Solicitors have the experience and the expertise to ensure that you receive the very best advice and the best representation. We are not here to judge and we will deal with you with empathy and in a professional manner at all times. Read our excellent reviews on Google and Facebook and Review Solicitors.

When you are accused of benefit fraud, it can be a stressful experience. If you find yourself in this situation, you can speak to a Solicitor with a wealth of experience in benefit fraud defence cases who can advise you of the best path to take.

Legal Representation at DWP Interviews

The first step in any benefit fraud case is usually an interview regarding the allegation, which is normally held in the Job Centre or Benefits Offices. It is wise to instruct a Solicitor from the outset.

Why do benefit fraud allegations occur?

Benefit fraud allegations can occur for several reasons.
Common reasons can be;

• Mistakes being made by The Department for Work and Pensions
• Incorrect information given to The Department for Work and Pensions
• False information given to The Department for Work and Pensions

If you are innocent of the charges, we will gather a strong defence case on your behalf. In other circumstances, we will ensure that any mitigating factors which can be used in your defence are fully explained to the prosecuting authorities.

Legal Aid Criminal Law Solicitors in Leeds

We can offer Legal Aid Funding on eligible criminal law cases by the Legal Aid Agency, (LAA) which is a system of Government funding.

Legal aid can be used to help pay for your legal representation, however not everyone is eligible for Legal aid because it is means tested. In order to qualify for legal aid, your income and savings will be taken into account. If you’ve been charged with a crime, you must ask your criminal solicitor if you’re able to get Criminal Legal Aid. If you find that you are eligible for legal aid funding for your criminal law matter, we can help you to facilitate your legal aid claim.

We also have specialist solicitors in Civil Litigation, Criminal Defence, Divorce, Family Law, Immigration & Personal Injury.