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Flat Fee Legal Aid Sparks Legal Battle | Cork News
A bold new flat-fee legal aid system—520 euros per case, no matter how many court appearances—just kicked in, sparking outrage among lawyers who say it undervalues their work. The change has already disrupted the criminal justice system, prompting a high-profile legal challenge by attorney John Quinn against the Minister for Justice, with the Law Society backing the effort. With the court term ending soon, all sides are pushing for a swift resolution—possibly even a temporary halt to the new rules—before Thursday’s hearing. This showdown could reshape how legal aid is funded and set a…
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