Legal Aid Commission of Tasmania
THE STEPS
Steps for Grants of Legal Aid
1. Are the proceedings in Tasmania ? - Forum Test
2. Is the applicant financially eligible for aid ? - Means Test
3. Does the applicant's case meet the Matter Type Guidelines for granting aid?
4. If applicable, does the applicant's case meet the relevant
Merits Test ?
5. If the applicant is eligible for aid, what are the Conditions governing the grant of aid?
6. What Contribution to legal costs is payable by the legal aid recipient?
7. What are the Costs Guidelines for lawyers acting for legal aid recipients?
8. What Fees are payable to the lawyer?




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