Applying for legal aid

Applications for legal aid can be submitted online by completing Legal Services Online Legal Aid Application. You can save your application at any stage and return to complete it later. Please note that saved applications must be completed within 14 days.

The Application for Legal Aid Form (PDF, 1.9 MB) is also available to download and complete. This form and supporting documentation should be emailed to lsc.correspondence@lsc.sa.gov.au. 

If your client needs help completing the application, they can call our Legal Helpline on 1300 366 424.

The links below provide further information for practitioners on the following aspects of the Legal Aid Application process:

• Documents to Lodge
• When to Lodge the Application
• Very Urgent Applications
• Notification of the Decision about Aid
• The First Appointment after Aid is Granted
• Professional Considerations When Acting for a Legally Aided Client
• Practical Issues When Acting for a Legally Aided Client
• Appeals