Clause Code : DV1

Domestic Violence – Representation up to listing for contested hearing

Clause type: Approval

Solicitor clause wording

Legal aid has been granted for you to represent your client to make an application or respond to court proceedings in the Magistrates Court under the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act. This grant of aid covers all work up to listing for hearing, including taking instructions, providing advice, draft, execute and file the application including any cross application, liaise with the other party, negotiate, attend court and resolve the matter by consent if appropriate. If the matter is proceeding to a final contested hearing, an extension should be sought through Grants Online. This is a maximum fee grant of aid (including agents fees) and claims can be made based on the outcome in accordance with the attached proforma invoice. The maximum fee payable on this invoice for disbursements is $50.00

Client clause wording

Legal Aid has been granted for you to be represented in the Magistrates Court under the Domestic and Family Violence Protection Act. This grant of aid allows the solicitor to take your instructions, provide advice, draft, execute and file material, liaise with the other party, negotiate, attend court and file a cross application if appropriate.

Solicitors

Fee Structure 1

Solicitors Fee Structure 1
Work Type Fee
Consent / Parenting Orders $300.00
Prepare And Attend $1,200.00
Total $1,500.00

Outlays

Outlays
Work Type Fee
Total disbursements $50.00