Case Support for Self-Representing Parties

I provide practical support and guidance for individuals who are representing themselves in VCAT and ART matters. This service helps you navigate tribunal processes and prepare your case effectively.

Important Note:

I do not provide legal advice or legal representation. My role is to help you understand tribunal procedures and prepare your materials. For legal advice, you should consult a lawyer.

VCAT Case Support

I assist self-representing parties in two main areas at VCAT:

Planning Matters

  • Understanding VCAT planning procedures and timelines
  • Guidance on preparing planning objections and submissions
  • Help understanding planning policies and controls
  • Support with document preparation and evidence organization
  • Preparation for planning hearings and what to expect
  • Understanding expert reports and technical evidence

Tenancy Matters

  • Understanding VCAT residential tenancy procedures
  • Guidance on preparing applications and responses
  • Help organizing evidence and documentation
  • Support with understanding your rights and obligations
  • Preparation for tenancy hearings
  • Understanding tenancy laws and regulations

ART Case Support

I assist self-representing parties in two main areas at the Administrative Review Tribunal:

Child Support Matters

  • Understanding ART child support procedures
  • Guidance on preparing applications and submissions
  • Help understanding child support assessments and changes
  • Support with document preparation and evidence
  • Preparation for ART hearings
  • Understanding child support legislation and policies

Migration Matters

  • Understanding ART migration review procedures
  • Guidance on preparing applications and submissions
  • Help organizing supporting documentation
  • Support understanding migration law requirements
  • Preparation for ART hearings
  • Understanding visa conditions and requirements

How I Can Help

  • Explaining tribunal procedures and processes in plain language
  • Helping you understand what documents and evidence you need
  • Reviewing your draft submissions and documents (not providing legal advice)
  • Identifying key issues and helping you structure your case
  • Preparing you for what to expect at hearings
  • Explaining technical or procedural matters
  • Helping you understand decisions and orders

Drawing on Experience

My support is informed by practical experience with these tribunal matters. I understand the procedures, the common challenges self-representing parties face, and what tribunals typically expect. This helps me provide practical, relevant guidance tailored to your situation.

Helpful Articles

VCAT Resources

Common Mistakes Tenants Make and How to Avoid Them

Mistakes Landlords and Rental Providers Make That VCAT Won't Forgive

Representation in a VCAT Planning or Building Matter

ART Resources

The Transition from AAT to ART: What It Means for Child Support Cases

Get Support

If you're representing yourself in a VCAT or ART matter and need guidance, contact me to discuss how I can help you prepare your case.

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