Apply to become a legal aid service provider
We partner with private law firms (who we call preferred suppliers) to deliver legal services to disadvantaged Queenslanders.
Each year, these practitioners provide up to 80% of legal representation to clients on our behalf. We could not meet the needs of disadvantaged Queenslanders without their help.
To become a preferred supplier, law firms must complete:
Please send your application or questions to psupp.coordinator@legalaid.qld.gov.au.
There is no closing date for new preferred supplier applications.
Existing preferred suppliers wanting to add a new office location will also need to submit a new application.
Resources to help you address the selection criteria:
Minimum system requirements
You may need to upgrade your hardware and software to meet the recommended minimum computer requirements. These are:
- a Microsoft Windows computer with an active internet connection
- an active email account
- 1024 x 768 minimum screen resolution
- Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome web browser.
Note: Mac OS (Apple devices) are not supported.
We also recommend you protect your computer systems with the latest security updates installed and active antivirus software using the latest security updates.
Become a specialist panel member
Practitioners can also apply to join one of our specialist panels:
- Independent children’s lawyer and separate representative panel
- Mental Health Review Tribunal service orders panel
- Family dispute resolution practitioner panel
- Arbitrators panel
- Complex criminal case barrister panel.
Read more about our specialist panels
Become a duty lawyer
Practitioners with a current preferred supplier agreement can apply for duty lawyer accreditation.
Read more about our duty lawyer services
Last updated 6 September 2024