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Annual Giving
$156.0M

About

Victoria Legal Aid is a statutory authority that provides legal assistance and representation to the disadvantaged in Victoria, Australia. It aims to ensure that people have access to justice and legal support, particularly in areas such as family law, criminal law, and civil law.

Tips for Applicants

When applying for legal assistance or representation, clearly outline your legal issue and provide all relevant documentation to support your case. Understanding the nature of your case and the available legal services will greatly enhance your application.

Giving Philosophy

The foundation believes in promoting justice and fairness in legal processes, focusing on the needs of vulnerable populations. Its approach encompasses access to legal services as a crucial element of social equity, aiming to empower individuals through knowledge of their legal rights and support.

ACNC Financial History

YearGrants GivenRevenueTotal AssetsNet Assets
FY2023
$156.0M
$284.4M$170.4M$72.7M
FY2022
$146.7M
$276.1M$175.2M$78.0M
FY2021
$140.5M
$272.6M$176.7M$74.2M
FY2020
$133.5M
$255.8M$160.6M$49.1M
FY2019
$125.1M
$230.7M$83.9M$32.3M
FY2018
$110.3M
$201.8M$85.3M$29.3M
FY2017
$97.5M
$181.4M$84.0M$33.4M
7yr total$909.6MSource: ACNC Annual Information Statements

Focus Areas

human rightscommunity
Geographic
AU-VIC
Recipients
individualcommunity org

Financial Details

Source of Wealth
Victoria Legal Aid is funded primarily through government grants and public funding rather than a private wealth source. It operates as a public service to provide legal aid.
Revenue Sources
government_funding

Board & Leadership

ACNC
Elly Patira
director
ACNC
Andrew Saunders
board member
ACNC
Clare Morton
board member
ACNC
Llewellyn Prain
board member
ACNC
Robbie Campo
board member
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Tal Karp
board member
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Data Sources

Profile quality: high
Foundation profile updated: 5 March 2026 (53 days ago)
Website scan updated: 5 March 2026 (53 days ago)
Added: 5 March 2026 (53 days ago)
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