A lawyer can represent you under a grant of legal aid only if their law practice is appointed to a Legal Aid NSW panel. You can search for a criminal, family or civil lawyer by panel name and suburb or postcode. You can also search for a lawyer in relation to domestic or family violence, children’s matters, or if you are experiencing mental ill health.
You may not necessarily get the lawyer you choose from the panels list. In making its decision, Legal Aid NSW needs to apply certain policies and guidelines. You should check with your lawyer whether they will charge you for any work done before they apply for a grant of legal aid on your behalf.
If you need help finding a panel lawyer please use the 'Chat with us' button or call LawAccess NSW on 1300 888 529.