Calculate Legal Aid hourly rates and fixed fees for Prison Law work, including PRIA, PRI and PRIC claims. Supports Escape Fee assessment and CRM18 preparation, with National and London rates.
This Legal Aid hourly rate calculator is designed for solicitors and law firms undertaking Prison Law work under the criminal Legal Aid contract. It enables practitioners to identify the correct hourly rates and fixed fees applicable to Prison Law matters, including PRIA, PRI and PRIC fixed fee claims.
The calculator automatically applies the correct rates based on the date entered and allows users to view either National or London rates, where applicable. It also assists practitioners in identifying when a matter may qualify as an Escape Fee, supporting accurate billing where work exceeds the fixed fee thresholds.
In addition, the calculator supports the preparation of CRM18 forms, helping firms produce compliant claims by applying the correct rates and fee structures in line with current Legal Aid Agency guidance.
Feedback and suggestions for further enhancements to this calculator are welcome.