How do I get VCAT?
If you don't have email or the internet you can talk to us to apply to VCAT. We can send you a hard copy form. We can help you complete the form but we can't give you legal advice or tell you what to write. Call us on 1300 018 228 (1300 01 VCAT), Monday - Friday 9am - 4.30pm.
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What does the VCAT do?
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) resolves legal disputes and cases in Victoria. We are a tribunal, which means we're less formal than a court. We hear and decide cases according to the law.
Limits to the applications you can make There is no monetary limit to claims under this Act, but generally VCAT cannot: compensate a person for non-monetary losses, except for personal injuries (up to $10,000) make non-monetary orders (for example, order an apology).
What can be heard at VCAT?
Case types
VCAT's decision is final Our decision is final and must be followed by all parties. The only exceptions to this are when one of the following applies: the decision is set aside on appeal by a party to the Supreme Court on a point of law.
How do I file a small claim in Victoria?
It does not cover all scenarios nor does it constitute legal advice.
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) may award damages of up to $10,000 where a person has experienced humiliation or distress: due to a course of conduct (conduct which occurs on at least two occasions);26-Sept-2012
What are the four elements in presenting a case to a tribunal?
It includes preparing for tribunal hearings, using appropriate tribunal etiquette, acting as a witness, participating in conciliation hearings and presenting a case.
You have the right to ask questions of the other party and any witnesses they may bring. Prepare a list of questions you might want to ask.Prepare what you want to say
Are VCAT decisions legally binding?
Enforce an order through a court An order will only be enforced at your request. VCAT does not enforce the decision or order.
Can I get compensation from my landlord?
You may be entitled to compensation from your landlord if they fail to carry out repair work within a reasonable time, or if your house is unfit to live in due to poor conditions. This may be in the form of a rent reduction or a payout. If your landlord agrees to this, Shelter advises you get it in writing.26-Mar-2021
You can ask for compensation if your landlord or agent broke the tenancy deposit rules. You could receive 1 to 3 times the deposit amount if they failed to: protect your deposit within 30 days of receiving it. give you written information within 30 days.29-May-2022
How much compensation do you get for Mould?
It is usually calculated as a percentage of the rent you paid while living in the conditions. A completely uninhabitable property could get 100% of rent as compensation, but this is incredibly rare. More typically, compensation would be between 25% and 50% of your rent, according to legal experts.25-Nov-2021
Address the VCAT member as “Sir” or “Madam”. However, if your matter is before Deputy President Aird, you can address her as “Deputy President” or “Judge”. You can remain seated when you are speaking to the VCAT member.05-Jul-2017
How long does it take for a tribunal hearing?
Hearings can take anything from half a day to several weeks depending on complexity. Most are three days or less.17-Jun-2022
Remuneration and terms and conditions of non-judicial VCAT members
How long do you have to appeal a VCAT decision?
within 28 days
Following VCAT's decision After we make a decision we give an order. We either give the order on the day of the hearing or send it to you afterwards. The order is a legal document that tells parties how the case has been decided and what action they must take. All parties must act according to the terms of the order.
What is a VCAT order?
A consent order is a legal document issued by VCAT to confirm an agreement between the parties. The agreement might be: about what steps the parties must take before a case goes to mediation, compulsory conference or hearing (how a case is managed) to end the case.
How do I get VCAT?