Legal Aid Directorate

Access to justice for All

To qualify for legal aid services, individuals usually need to meet certain financial eligibility criteria, demonstrating their inability to afford legal representation. Once approved, the Legal Aid Directorate assigns a lawyer or legal professional to assist the individual with their case. The legal aid lawyer works on behalf of the client to protect their rights, provide legal advice, and represent them in court if necessary.

Legal Aid Directorates often collaborate with other legal organizations, pro bono lawyers, and community agencies to extend their reach and provide comprehensive legal support to a larger number of people. They may also engage in advocacy work to promote legal reforms, increase access to justice, and raise awareness about the importance of legal aid services.

Overall, the Legal Aid Directorate plays a crucial role in ensuring that disadvantaged individuals have equal access to justice and legal representation, promoting fairness and inclusivity within the justice system.

Functions

Provide legal aid services to indigent members of the public;
Promote legal rights awareness; and
Manage Legal Aid Fund.

Nature of Cases

LAD deals with criminal, civil and other related legal matters that are not limited to the
following,

Divorce
Maintenance
Custody
Guardianship
Deceased estates
Criminal matters
Labour issues
Eviction
Damages

Where are we found?

Harare

Marondera

Gweru

Hwange

Gwanda

Bindura

Mutare

Bulawayo