Rule 4 Client Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for MMP legal assistance, clients must meet the following eligibility criteria:

(a) Income criteria for the MMP shall be determined by the Committee, subject to adjustment from time to time as the Committee deems appropriate.

(b) A liquid asset ceiling shall be determined by the Committee, subject to adjustment from time to time as the Committee deems appropriate. “Liquid assets” are cash, cash equivalents and investments.

(c) Household size: Financial eligibility determinations are based on household size. All residents are members of the household, and their incomes are included if they pool their resources with other residents and function together as an economic unit.

(d) The Coordinator may require clients to update their applications at appropriate intervals.

(e) Eligible clients are responsible for paying all attorney fees and out-of-pocket costs, including filing fees, associated with the representation.