How do I apply for legal aid in Victoria?

How do I apply for legal aid in Victoria?

How to get help with this application. Victoria Legal Aid lawyers and private lawyers who do legal aid work can help you complete this form for free and send it to Victoria Legal Aid. They can also help you get information that supports your application. Call Legal Help on 1300 792 387 to find out who can help you.

Can you get a barrister on legal aid?

Barristers are primarily advocates. You cannot instruct a barrister through public access if you have legal aid, but your legal aid solicitor can instruct a barrister for you if appropriate.

What is the merits test for legal aid?

The merits test For most types of family law cases the Legal Aid Agency will assess whether or not you are financially eligible for legal aid. This is known as the means test. You will need to provide evidence of all of your income (such as wages and benefits) and any capital (such as savings, properties and shares).

Can you get legal aid for employment issues?

Legal aid. You cannot get legal aid for employment cases unless it is a discrimination problem.

Can u get legal aid for family matters?

Most family cases will be means tested; so you will have to show that you cannot afford to pay legal costs. For some cases you can get legal aid regardless of your financial means. Non means tested legal aid is available if your child is subject of care or supervision proceedings .

Does it cost money to go to an employment tribunal?

You don’t have to pay any fees to make an Employment Tribunal claim. If you lose an employment tribunal claim, there’s a small chance you may have to pay your employer’s costs of going to court.

How do I get a free barrister?

You can ask your nearest Citizens Advice if they can help you apply. You may be able to get assistance from Advocate. This is a charity that helps to find pro bono (free) legal assistance from volunteer barristers at all levels of experience.

Can you still get legal aid for child access?

For some cases you can get legal aid regardless of your financial means. Non means tested legal aid is available if your child is subject of care or supervision proceedings . You may qualify for legal aid for some injunctions, such as a non-molestation order, but you might be required to make a contribution.

Do you repay legal aid?

If you qualify, the legal aid will be paid directly to them. You’ll need to pay some legal aid back if you keep or gain any money or property at the end of your court case.

Is there a legal hotline for Dandenong VIC?

The Legal Hotline for Go To Court Lawyers is open 7 am to midnight, 7 days a week on 1300 636 846. Call us for a confidential, no-obligation discussion about your legal matter. Go To Court Lawyers covers all types of legal cases in Dandenong and surrounding areas.

Who are the go to court lawyers in Dandenong?

Go To Court Lawyers covers all types of legal cases in Dandenong and surrounding areas. We have affordable specialists who work in the following areas: Go To Court Lawyers Dandenong are experienced in providing advice and representation for all criminal matters. Our lawyers are well-versed in local, state and federal law.

How to contact Victoria Legal Aid for help?

How Victoria Legal Aid can help: Call us on 1300 792 387, Monday to Friday from 8.45 am to 5.15 pm, for free information over the phone about the law and how we can help you. You can speak to us in English or ask for an interpreter.

What can legal aid do for you before court?

Victoria Legal Aid can help you prepare for court. If you answer a few questions, we will let you know how we can help. We will need your permission to contact Victoria Police or Corrections Victoria to get details about your case.