Legal Aid and Advice Centre About Us

 

Matters Handled

  • Juvenile Matters
  • Maintenance
  • Custody
  • Access
  • Adoption
  • Divorce
  • Landlord and Tenant Matters
  • Wills
  • Succession
  • Letters
  • Person Injury
  • Hire Purchase
  • Affidavits
  • Debt

Who we Serve

All persons who do not have the money to afford an attorney in private practice.  Our emphasis though will be on women, the elderly and youths who need legal advice and representation in court.

Where to Apply

At the legal Aid and Advice Centre.

Come in and fill out an application form. An adult must fill out the form on behalf of the juvenile.  This adult may be a parent or guardian.  Please bring proof of your income, savings, earnings and expenses.  Your application will be processed to determine whether or not you qualify for legal aid.

Is there a fee ?

You will be charged a reasonable fee for the service provided.  You can make arrangements to pay by installments. If you cannot afford to pay you will not be asked to pay.

St. Kitts was once known as the Gibraltar of the West Indies for its domination of 18th- century colonial battles. How the island rose to become the world’s leader in sugarcane cultivation, an inspiration for the industrial revolution in the process.

Contact Us

Government Headquarters
Church Street, Basseterre

Mon – Fri: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm