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Do I need a lawyer in a rental dispute?
You don't need a lawyer if you're involved in a residential tenancy case.
Can VCAT award damages?
Yes, VCAT has the power to award damages in certain types of cases.
How do I file a small claim in Victoria?
If you have a dispute involving building, construction, or a single building trade (eg.
How long do I have to appeal a VCAT decision?
If you want to appeal a VCAT decision, you must ask for permission (seek leave) within 28 days of the date of the decision.
What are 3 ways to settle a dispute?
Aside from VCAT making a decision at a formal hearing, you can try to settle the dispute by:
Does VCAT use arbitration?
VCAT can organise mediations and
Ways to resolve your dispute
How to solve your problem outside of a VCAT hearing through arbitration, agreement and settlement.
How do you address a VCAT member?
Call them ‘Member’ at the hearing. They will let you know if they want you to refer to them in any other way.
Who presides over VCAT hearings?
VCAT members hear and decide our cases. They are lawyers or specialists within a given field and are appointed by the Governor in Council.