Frequently Asked Questions
Do I qualify for Legal Aid?
Victoria Legal Aid provides legal assistance to people who can’t afford to pay for a solicitor to represent them. Eligibility is means tested (based on how much you earn) and there is also a “merit” test. Thredgold Law can guide you through this process and assist you in completing the application form.
What if I don’t qualify for legal aid?
Thredgold Law offers very competitive rates to our private clients.
Will I need to attend Court if you are representing me?
Yes, in most instances you will need to appear before the magistrate or judge. Thredgold Law will guide you through this process.
Legal Glossary
Developed in consultation with lawyers and law dictionary editors, this plain language glossary explains more than 450 common legal terms. From the Victoria Law Foundation website.
Useful Links
Victorian and Civil Administration Tribunal
www.vcat.vic.gov.au
Department of Health and Human Services
www.dhhs.vic.gov.au
Department of Justice
www.justice.vic.gov.au
Child Support
www.humanservices.gov.au/customer/subjects/parents-guide-child-support
Victorian Legal Aid
www.legalaid.vic.gov.au
Magistrates Court
www.magistratescourt.vic.gov.au
Children’s Court
www.childrenscourt.vic.gov.au
Supreme Court Victoria
www.supremecourt.vic.gov.au
Family Court
www.familycourt.gov.au
ABOUT THREDGOLD LAW
Thregold Law is a family owned legal practice, providing professional, down-to-earth and cost effective legal services for the people of Central Victoria and surrounds.
Specialising in Children’s Law, Criminal Law, Traffic Offences, and Mediation.
CONTACT US
Neil Thredgold
neil@thredgoldlaw.com.au
0414 277 593
Jann Thredgold
jann@thredgoldlaw.com.au
0428 338 038
OFFICE HOURS
Monday - Friday
9.00am - 5.00pm