Am I eligible for legal aid?
Your* income, assets and debts will be considered to determine whether you are eligible for a grant of legal aid, as well as the type of dispute and merits of your case.
*and your partner's if you have one.
How to use legal aid eligability table
Start on the left hand side of the table by working out how many dependants you have. Your children are your dependants and your spouse or partner will also be your dependant if they have no income. Next look at the corresponding figure on the right hand side of the table. If you earn below this amount you will meet the income test for legal aid.
| Number of Dependants | Annual Income (before tax) |
|---|---|
| 0 - Applicant only | $22,846 |
| 1 - Spouse/partner or child | $36,180 |
| 2 - Spouse/partner or child | $52,027 |
| 3 - Spouse/partner or child | $59,122 |
| 4 - Spouse/partner or child | $66,065 |
| 5 - Spouse/partner or child | $73,853 |
| 6 or more dependants | Add $6,832 per additional child |
Note: A spouse/partner must have no income to be considered as a dependant
Contact Family Lawyer
Antoinette Vujnovich
m: 021 210 0930
e: info@edenfamilylaw.co.nz
Available by appointment at 102 Jervois Road, Herne Bay, Auckland.