How can I get free legal advice in Australia?
Community legal centres are independent, not-for-profit, community-based organisations. They provide free legal help to those most in need. Contact the Community Legal Centres Australia (02 9264 9595) for all centres in Australia.
Can I get legal aid Victoria?
If you have a legal problem, or want to find out information about the law, Victoria Legal Aid (VLA) – an agency of the department – may be able to help. VLA offers free advice on what you may need to do to solve your legal problem, although it does not give legal advice on all matters.
Do solicitors do a free consultation?
Some solicitors give 30 minutes’ legal advice for free. Some offer a fixed fee – that way you’ll know in advance what the advice will cost. You can call a solicitor’s office and ask if they offer a free half hour or a fixed fee. A free or fixed-fee appointment can help you find out your rights and legal position.
Is legal representation free?
Free Representation at Court or a Tribunal Advocate only helps people who cannot afford to pay and cannot get legal aid.
Why is legal support important?
It ensures your agreement is legally binding When dealing with important matters such as property settlement, child custody and division of assets, it’s crucial to ensure that any agreements made between both parties are legally binding.
Who is eligible for legal aid in Australia?
Legal Aid provides a number of free legal services which are available to anyone in the community. These include legal information and referral services and, in some cases, minor assistance (for example, telephone advice). In many cases Legal Aid also provides duty lawyer services at certain courts.
How much does a lawyer cost in Australia?
In Australia, hourly rates for lawyers range from: Junior lawyer: $200 – $250 per hour. Senior lawyer: $250 – $400 per hour. Practice leader or partner: $400 – $600 per hour.
How does legal aid work in Queensland?
Legal Aid Queensland (LAQ) is a statutory authority that provides legal information, advice, and representation to financially disadvantaged Queenslanders. It specialises in criminal, family, and civil law. LAQ’s information and advice services are free to all Queenslanders.
How much does a solicitor charge per hour?
Guideline hourly rates
| Grade | Fee earner | London 3 |
|---|---|---|
| A | Solicitors and legal executives with over 8 years’ experience | £282 |
| B | Solicitors and legal executives with over 4 years’ experience | £232 |
| C | Other solicitors or legal executives and fee earners of equivalent experience | £185 |
| D | Trainee solicitors, paralegals and other fee earners | £129 |
What does women’s Legal Service Victoria do?
Women’s Legal Service Victoria is a not-for-profit organisation that has been providing free legal services to women since 1982. We work with women experiencing disadvantage to address legal issues arising from relationship breakdown or violence. Legal Advice Line for Victim-Survivors of Sexual Assault
How to get an interpreter for Women’s Legal Service?
Call Women’s Legal Service on 1800 957 957 and ask for an interpreter. State your name, phone number and the language you speak. We will organise this for you. A Women’s Legal Service staff member will contact you with a female interpreter. Do You Have Difficulty Speaking Or Hearing? 1. Contact the NRS.
What is women’s legal services for special needs (WLSV)?
We work with and for women experiencing particular disadvantage to address legal issues arising from relationship breakdown or violence. WLSV is funded by the government, but relies heavily on donations and in kind support.
What is the violence against women’s law service?
The service is staffed by female lawyers, who specialise in legal issues arising from violence against women. Our lawyers can advise individual women on how the current law might affect them. This new service operates from Mondays to Fridays between 9am and 5pm.