Skip to Content

Our Change grants

Our Change grants provide funding for individual projects that aim to address issues or gaps limiting people's access to justice. 

These grants are an effective way for not-for-profit organisations to implement strategic initiatives that help Victorians prevent or resolve legal problems.

We award Change grants annually and tailor funding to suit the needs of individual projects. This sees us offer grants of up to three years, where appropriate

Last updated on
Publication

VLSB+C Statement in support of the Victorian Treaty-making process

VLSB+C Statement in support of the Victorian Treaty-making process

VLSB+C brand graphics

Increased pathways for reporting sexual harassment to us

We know most instances of sexual harassment in the law go unreported – and we want this to change. That’s why we’re increasing the pathways you can take to reach us if you have experienced or witnessed sexual harassment.

Policy

Complaints Handling Policy

Our policy for handling complaints made to us

Navy box with two symbols

Safeguarding against claim farming: Protecting people eligible for redress

A new consumer fact sheet has been developed to help safeguard people in vulnerable situations from the harmful practice of ‘claim farming’.

Fact sheet

Information for people eligible for compensation (redress) / how to avoid claim farming

This fact sheet provides guidance to help you understand your rights and what steps to take if you are contacted by people pressuring you to make a claim for compensation.

Teal image with graphic elements

VLSB+C statement on the matter of Sarah Tricarico v Victorian Legal Services Board

We acknowledge the decision of the Court today in the matter of Tricarico v Victorian Legal Services Board and we are considering the ramifications of that decision.

Mediation to resolve disputes

Mediation

Where a consumer and lawyer need more support to resolve their dispute and reach a fair settlement, we offer mediation.

Mediation is an alternative dispute resolution process that supports negotiation, encourages compromise and resolves conflict in a neutral and confidential environment. 

At mediation, we bring you and your lawyer together to talk through your dispute with the support of one of our nationally accredited mediators. The service is free of charge and our mediators don’t take sides.  

Last updated on
Media release imae

New legal funding stream a game changer for regional Victorians

Eight community organisations are set to share in a $7 million funding boost, enabling them to provide vital legal services across regional and metropolitan Victoria.

Our Service Charter

The Victorian Legal Services Board and Commissioner (VLSB+C) are independent statutory authorities responsible for the regulation of the legal profession in Victoria. 

Our Service Charter is our commitment to you.  

It summarises our role and function, how you can expect us to treat you, and what we need from you.  

Last updated on
Subscribe to Consumers

Latest news and research

Get the latest news and research from the Legal Services Research Centre direct to your inbox.
Subscribe