Victoria Legal Aid
About the handbook
The VLA Handbook for lawyers sets out how apply for a grant of legal assistance and the guidelines and conditions of receiving a grant. It also explains the payment structure for private lawyers who perform legal aid work.
Archived versions
For versions of the Handbook prior to these changes see archived versions of the Handbook.
Browse by topic
Latest updates
From 1 February 2015, a grant of legal assistance made for family violence and personal safety intervention order matters will only be allocated to member of the relevant section 29A panel or a Victoria Legal Aid lawyer.
Professional fees by 2 per cent effective from 1 January 2015. See Payments to lawyers and service providers.
Apply for a grant
ATLAS is our online system for practitioners to lodge and track applications for grants of legal assistance, extensions of assistance and claims.
Connect with us on:
