Legal assistance has several aspects. In the case of torture victims seeking asylum, it helps in establishing the files required by the host country's authorities to obtain refugee status and in following up their applications, through the highest national authorities dealing with asylum issues.

Generally, Fund assistance contributes to combating impunity by seeking reparation and compensation for victims through legal representation of victims before the competent national, regional and international authorities. The Fund's grants can cover the costs of lawyers, courts, translations and procedure.