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Courts and tribunals
In Conversation - Objectivity and the law
Chief Justice Richard Niall explains why objectivity is one of the most important qualities for both lawyers and judges. Using a medical analogy, he discusses the balance between empathy and professional judgment, and why the justice system works best when skilled advocates on all sides help courts reach fair, well-reasoned decisions.
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July 1, 2026
Judiciary
Courts and tribunals
In Conversation - Tips for young lawyers
The Chief Justice reflects on the future of the legal profession in an age of AI. He discusses the enduring value of analytical thinking, judgment and adaptability, encouraging young lawyers to focus on developing transferable skills, exploring different areas of practice, and embracing opportunities that help them discover what they find meaningful and rewarding.
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July 1, 2026
Judiciary
Courts and tribunals
In Conversation - AI and the legal landscape
The Chief Justice discusses the opportunities and risks of AI in the legal profession. While caution is essential, he believes AI is inevitable and has the potential to improve efficiency and access to justice. The conversation explores current court pilots, ethical considerations, productivity gains and the importance of maintaining human judgment in legal decision-making.
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July 1, 2026
Judiciary
Courts and tribunals
In Conversation - What does a Chief Justice do?
The Chief Justice of Victoria's Supreme Court explains the many responsibilities of leading the state's highest court. Beyond hearing cases, the role involves fostering a culture of excellence, supporting judicial independence, overseeing court administration, leading key legal institutions, and engaging with the community. It is a unique blend of judicial leadership, governance and public service.
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July 1, 2026
Judiciary
Courts and tribunals
In Conversation - What should young Victorians know about the law?
The Chief Justice discusses the importance of civic and legal education in maintaining a healthy democracy. He explores why understanding courts and public institutions matters, the importance of informed public trust, and how the justice system can engage with communities to strengthen confidence and participation.
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July 1, 2026
Judiciary
Courts and tribunals
In Conversation - Female judges, diversity, and the culture of the court
Chief Justice Richard Niall reflects on a career spanning a period of significant change, from a court with no women judges to one with greater gender balance. the Chief Justice discusses how diversity has strengthened the court’s culture, broadened perspectives, and improved inclusivity, while maintaining impartial and independent legal decision-making.
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July 1, 2026
Grant support
Everyday Legal Grant 2026-27 application questions
This document is for reference only to help your organisation prepare an Everyday Legal Grant application.
Guide
Grants
June 29, 2026
Grant support
Major Grant 2026-27 application questions
This document is for reference only to help your organisation prepare an application.
Guide
Grants
June 29, 2026
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How much legal is enough? - Presentations (Combined)
Combined slides from the Research Network event
Presentation
Research
June 24, 2026
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Legal dosage at Youthlaw - balancing depth and breadth
Presentation slides from the Research Network event
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Research
June 24, 2026
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Creating conditions for confidence
PowerPoint slides from the Research Network event
Presentation
Research
June 24, 2026
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Legal Pathways to Recovery
Presentation slides from the Research Network event
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Research
June 24, 2026
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Grants Logos
Victoria Law Foundation provides approved logo files for grant recipients to use via our Dropbox folder linked below
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Grants
June 23, 2026
Housing and tenancy
Environment
Where do we go now? Renters’ experiences of housing precarity and climate disaster
Research examining how climate impacts are affecting renters in regional Victoria. It brings together insights from renters and frontline services to highlight key pressures in the current system and where it is falling short.
Report
Grants
May 1, 2026
Access to Justice
Legal need
Research
Measure for Measure: Illustrated infographic
Illustrated infographic showing a people‑centred justice framework with trust at the core.
Presentation
Research
April 22, 2026
Legal need
Capability building
Research
People-Centred Justice Model poster
As an exploratory model, this framework brings together common elements that participants identified as making a difference in meeting legal need.
Research tool
Research
April 21, 2026
Access to Justice
Legal need
Measure for Measure: A People-Centred Approach to Tailoring Justice (Summary)
Measure for Measure draws on the knowledge and experience of justice practitioners across Victoria to explore what works to meet legal need—and what more is needed.
Summary
Research
April 21, 2026
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Legal Pathways to Recovery - Final Evaluation report
The Legal Pathways to Recovery Pilot (LPTR) was conceived and delivered by the Women’s Legal Centre at intouch Multicultural Centre Against Family Violence (‘intouch’). Funded by the Victorian Legal Services Board + Commissioner, the pilot was borne from a lack of accessible, practical legal information for migrant and refugee victim-survivors and high demand for intouch’s legal services, including from clients who did not have immediate legal needs. The LPTR sought to increase migrant and refugee women and gender-diverse victim-survivors’ knowledge of key areas of Australian law and their confidence to make decisions relating to those areas so they had greater agency, support and access to safety.
Report
Events
April 1, 2026
Women
Child protection
Stigma, Discrimination and the Weaponisation of Survival: Women’s Experiences of the Intersection between the Child Protection and Criminal Legal Systems
This report provides a window onto the needs and experiences of women in contact with both the criminal legal and child protection systems. It shows clearly how women experience the intersection of these two systems: as working against them, as well as harming and discriminating against both them and their families at times of crisis.
Report
Grants
March 27, 2026
Judiciary
Criminal and civil courts
Diversity in the court
We sat down with Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria Richard Niall to hear his thoughts on the changing culture of the court, the increase in diversity, and the road ahead to keep that trend going.
Video short
Events
January 27, 2026
Judiciary
Criminal and civil courts
Career trajectory for young lawyers
Chief Justice Richard Niall shared his perspective as Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria on how junior lawyers today compare to when he was beginning his career.
Video short
Events
January 27, 2026
Judiciary
Criminal and civil courts
AI in the legal landscape
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria, Richard Niall, shared insights with us on how AI is currently used in the sector and the risks and opportunities it presents for the future.
Video short
Events
January 27, 2026
Judiciary
Criminal and civil courts
Objectivity in lawyers and judges
We sat down with Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria, Richard Niall, to hear his thoughts on what qualities are most important for a judge or lawyer, and community confidence in the system.
Video short
Events
January 27, 2026
Courts and tribunals
Judiciary
Access to Justice
Justice sector
Courts, Community and Confidence: A conversation with the Chief Justice
Chief Justice Richard Niall and VLF Executive Director Lynne Haultain in a conversation about the law and the challenges facing justice today.
Video
Events
December 18, 2025
Respond to legal need
Major Grants offer up to $100,000 for civil legal projects that help organisations better understand and support the legal needs and capabilities of Victorians.