Hundreds of criminal cases adjourned as solicitors withdraw services in legal aid row (opens original article in a new tab)

Hundreds of criminal cases in Ireland were adjourned as legal aid solicitors withdrew services in a dispute over proposed payment reforms, affecting multiple courts nationwide.

• Hundreds of criminal cases adjourned due to solicitors withdrawing services in legal aid dispute
• Solicitors demand meaningful discussions with Department of Justice over new payment model
• Action impacts multiple courts and regions, with cases involving accused persons in custody proceeding