Vic Law Foundation

Victoria Law Foundation is an independent not-for-profit sharing information and ideas to help Victorians understand the legal system.

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And that’s a close to Victorian Law Week 2025!

After more than 100 events across metropolitan and regional Victoria, thousands of people had the opportunity to learn what to do and where to get help when life and the law meet.

Read our recap!
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With only 8% of households meeting income and asset eligibility criteria for legal aid, many people are ineligible for free legal assistance. Our new paper explores the criteria for legal aid in Australia and the subsequent consequences. Read at https://t.co/mxvFFVa721

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We all encounter legal issues at one time or another. What do you do when law meets life?
Check out the range of event recordings and on-demand content from this year's Law Week! https://t.co/pRYMmxNYey

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The Yoorrook Justice Commission Walk for Truth is underway, walking from Gunditjmara Country in Portland to Victorian Parliament on Wurundjeri Woi-Wurrung Country on 18 June.

Register now to join for as little or as much of the walk as you like: https://t.co/vWJxcxrFA9

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Learn how to protect your wishes and support your loved ones with insights from local professionals at this session on estate planning - complete with a decadent afternoon tea! https://t.co/CwlSohFuyn

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Come along to meet individuals with diverse lived experiences for one-on-one conversations around the justice system, mental health, recovery and resilience. https://t.co/4d1ZluBlDM

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The Honourable Susan Crennan AC KC, in conversation with Archibald Prize-winning artist, Lewis Miller. https://t.co/uGinn6ORla

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If you think you may have a legal problem with family law and estates, learn where you can start to resolve your problem and receive general advice at this event. https://t.co/xlnkk1atxx

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Learn about the evolving legal landscape, as this presentation will cover lawyers' ethical responsibilities, updates on intervention orders, and recent changes in family law, with a focus on family violence. https://t.co/5xZBFIsUcv

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This is an online professional development workshop for teachers of VCE and civics and citizenship teachers who would like strategies for quickly developing up-to-date and well-researched case studies. https://t.co/nl8QuuBLlc

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Join the Walk for Truth from Portland to Parliament with the Yoorrook Justice Commission. The journey aims to bring everyone together to celebrate the strength of Aboriginal people. https://t.co/pl9ebCWkas

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Discover what ethical obligations lawyers have, as well as information about intervention orders and family law updates. https://t.co/pqmWDWXXvf

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Grab a coffee and join this online session designed for 30–50-year-old women about the importance of having a will, and why women in particular need a will and what could go wrong without a will. https://t.co/7bv2i4QBAF

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Discover how Court Network volunteers stand beside, empower, and instill confidence in court users. You'll get to meet these dedicated individuals, understand their crucial support, and ask any questions you may have. https://t.co/gudvU3zuUr

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Discover at this event how schools, community legal centres and community services can collaborate to support young people facing common legal challenges. https://t.co/M6MulomUr7

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This panel discussion will celebrate diverse leaders at the Bar and explore how their backgrounds have shaped their careers and leadership journeys. https://t.co/3G4aVfLVmT

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Discover the role of an independent children’s lawyer in the Family Court system, and how they can help achieve a young person’s desired outcomes in a family law proceeding in this short video. https://t.co/CIROifmp78

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Horsham Neighbourhood House invites you to a practical and informative session presented by Ballarat and Grampians Community Legal Service, aimed at helping our community better understand fines, infringements, and how to deal with them. https://t.co/zuAXzJteag

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Fines can be stressful and confusing. This event brings together experts to help you understand the ins and outs of receiving a fine. https://t.co/DesMt5sP45

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Legal fees can quickly spiral out of control—but they don’t have to. In this event, learn how a costs lawyer can step in to protect your rights and help you substantially reduce excessive legal charges. https://t.co/JrAqoyRTrq