Who we help
Current and former members of the Defence Force and their dependants.
What we do
We help our clients obtain compensation, pensions, and a range of other benefits from the Department of Veterans’ Affairs (DVA).
What we offer
Advice – free of charge
We give free advice about your rights and entitlements under the Veterans’ Entitlements Act 1986, the Safety, Rehabilitation and Compensation (Defence-related Claims) Act 1988, and the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act 2004.
Assistance – free of charge
We can help you to:
- complete claim forms, questionnaires and to write statements; and
- lodge applications for review to the Veterans’ Review Board (VRB), Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) and higher courts.
Representation
We can represent you in your application for review to the VRB, the ART and higher courts. This involves preparing your case, obtaining necessary evidence including medical and other expert reports, and representing you in conferences, negotiations and at the hearing.
Representation is available according to our guidelines. Ask us for more information using the How to get in touch section below.
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Regional areas
We conduct regular advice clinics in regional areas. Please contact us below for details.
How to get in touch
Send an email to the Veterans’ Advocacy Service at veterans@legalaid.nsw.gov.au.
Contact us online by filling out the Veterans' Advocacy Service referral form.
Call the Veterans’ Advocacy Service on (02) 9219 5148 or 12550 (reverse charges) for advice, enquiries and appointments.
If you have made an appointment to see us in person, you will find us at:
Central Sydney, ground floor reception
323 Castlereagh Street, Haymarket NSW
2000 (Cnr Castlereagh and Hay Sts.)
Office hours are between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday (excluding public holidays).
Updated October 2024