AIT Appeal - advice needed

[KHNW2]

Hi all, I am going to an appeal against UKBA's decision to refuse my mother a settlement in the UK. Don't have a lawyer so will have to prepare and present completely by myself. Can anyone please advise what goes into the so called "evidence bundle", and how best to structure it. I am not sure what they mean by skeleton argument either. Also, any general tips on what to do or not to do on the day (I've got 12 August for the hearing). I did approach a solicitor about this but after the initial £75 chat he was not prepared to take my case any further so decided to fight on myself. Your insights are much appreciated!

[KHNW2]

I can't believe no-one has been defending their own appeal in AIT. Can you please give me some tips, advice, any information is much appreciated. I am completely lost!

[kiwi_in_the_uk]

Evidence bundle - anything you think is relevant to support your case.

Skeleton argument - this is a summary of your argument. You will be expected to expand on it when you are actually talking in court.

Re your solicitor - generally speaking, solicitors can't refuse to act for you (unless they have a conflict, or are genuinely too busy). So you will be able to find a lawyer to represent you if you shop around. However, if the solicitor thinks you don't have a good chance of success, you might like to think twice about bringing the case at all.

Citizen's Advice centres and community legal centres might also be able to help - lots of lawyers do pro bono (free) legal work - you never know, you might qualify.