What is subsidised legal assistance?
Subsidised legal assistance (toevoeging) is a government scheme managed by the Legal Aid Board (Raad voor Rechtsbijstand) that helps individuals with limited income and assets access legal support at reduced costs. If eligible, the government covers most of your legal fees and you pay a personal contribution (eigen bijdrage) based on your income.
As a lawyer specialised in tenancy and rental law, I help clients navigate disputes with landlords, rental agreements, eviction procedures, and other housing-related legal matters—often through the toevoeging scheme, making legal assistance affordable.
This aid applies to many legal issues, including housing disputes, family law, employment, and immigration.
Income Limits and Personal Contributions for 2025 (Taxable Income from 2023) – based on the information (in Dutch) on the website of the Legal Aid Board (Raad voor Rechtsbijstand)
| Category | Annual Income Range (2023) | Personal Contribution (Standard Cases) |
| Single | Up to € 23,600 | € 241 |
| € 23,601 – € 24,300 | € 445 | |
| € 24,301 – € 25,800 | € 635 | |
| € 25,801 – € 27,900 | € 827 | |
| € 27,901 – € 33,200 | € 1,016 | |
| Above € 33,200 | Not eligible | |
| Married / Cohabiting / Single Parent | Up to € 32,800 | € 241 |
| € 32,801 – € 33,900 | € 445 | |
| € 33,901 – € 35,500 | € 635 | |
| € 35,501 – € 39,700 | € 827 | |
| € 39,701 – € 46,900 | € 1,016 | |
| Above € 46,900 | Not eligible |
Note:
- For family law cases (e.g., divorce, custody), higher personal contributions apply, starting at € 420 and increasing up to € 1,050 depending on income.
- The personal contribution is the amount you pay toward your legal fees; the rest is covered by the government.
Asset Limits (Box 3 Savings/Investments in 2023)
| Household Type | Asset Limit (€) |
| Single Person | € 37,395 |
| Couples or Joint Households | € 74,790 |
Juridisch Loket – Free Legal Advice
Before contacting a lawyer, you are encouraged to reach out to the Juridisch Loket, a government-funded helpdesk offering free legal advice on simple matters such as tenancy questions, employment rights, or consumer issues.
If your housing dispute or rental issue requires legal representation, the Juridisch Loket can refer you to a lawyer specialised in tenancy and rental law.
How I Assist You With Legal Aid Applications and Tenancy Law Matters
As a lawyer specialising in tenancy and rental law, registered with the Legal Aid Board, I provide expert assistance with toevoeging applications and represent clients in a variety of housing disputes, such as:
- Eviction proceedings
- Rent arrears and payment disputes
- Problems with landlords or housing corporations
- Rental contract disagreements
- Maintenance and housing condition complaints
My services include:
✅ Eligibility check: Quick assessment of your income and assets to see if you qualify for legal aid
✅ Application process: Handling the full toevoeging application with the Legal Aid Board, with clear updates throughout.
✅ Dedicated legal representation: Providing high-quality, professional legal support for tenancy law matters under the subsidised legal aid scheme.
Not sure if you qualify?
Even if your income is near the limit, I may still be able to help you. Contact me for a free, no-obligation assessment of your situation. Together, we’ll find a way for you to access affordable legal support tailored to your tenancy and rental law needs.