The case involves Steve Mullings, a Jamaican athlete, who filed an appeal with the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) against a decision by the Jamaica Anti-Doping Disciplinary Panel. The panel had declared him ineligible for life due to a repeat anti-doping rule violation involving the prohibited substance Furosemide. Mullings sought legal aid to cover the costs of the proceedings, citing insufficient financial means. His application, submitted on January 26, 2012, detailed his financial situation: he had no monthly income, relied on his spouse’s modest earnings, and had significant debts, including a mortgage and car payments. The President of the International Council of Arbitration for Sport (ICAS) reviewed the request under the Code of Sports-related Arbitration, which allows for legal aid to be granted to individuals who cannot afford the costs of CAS proceedings without compromising their essential living expenses. The President determined that Mullings met the criteria for legal aid, as his income was insufficient to cover the arbitration costs without affecting his ability to support himself and his family. Additionally, it was acknowledged that his appeal had a legal basis and that a reasonable litigant would pursue the case under similar circumstances. Consequently, the ICAS President granted Mullings legal aid, covering all potential arbitration costs, including a CHF 1,000 Court Office Fee, which would be reimbursed, and up to CHF 2,500 for travel and accommodation expenses related to any CAS hearing. The order was issued without costs, ensuring Mullings could proceed with his appeal without financial burden. This decision underscores the principle of facilitating access to justice for individuals lacking the means to bear the costs of legal proceedings.