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Who pays for my legal costs?

At VCAT, parties are expected to pay their own costs, unless we order otherwise.

VCAT may only award costs if it is fair to do so.

Trauma refers to both traumatic events and a person’s response to such events.

What to expect at your mediation, and what to do if you can't come, miss your mediation or no longer need a mediation.

Support services at VCAT including interpreters, disability, security, technology, family violence and Koori support.

VCAT offers a range of hearing room technology options, including:

What you should do after applying, including sending documents about your case, settling before VCAT, expert evidence, affidavits and points of cla

Learn how to prepare for your hearing and what to bring.

An affidavit is a written statement where you say or ‘swear an oath’ that something is true.

Urgent applications, injunctions, what to do if you’re facing family violence or eviction.