About Us
Who we are
National Legal Aid represents the eight independent Legal Aid Commissions in each state and territory of Australia. These commissions work collaboratively to deliver essential legal services, making sure that justice is accessible to all Australians. We strive to support those who are most in need, ensuring fair and equitable legal outcomes.
NLA Directors
Dr John Boersig PSM, Interim NLA Chair, CEO Legal Aid AC
Monique Hitter, Interim NLA Deputy Chair, CEO Legal Aid NSW
Nicky Davies, CEO Legal Aid Queensland
Annmarie Lumsden, CEO Legal Services Commission SA
Kristen Wylie, Director Tasmania Legal Aid
Helen De Brito. Director Legal Aid WA
Rowan McRae, Acting CEO Victoria Legal Aid
Jaquie Palavra, Acting Director Legal Aid NT
NLA Team
Katherine Mckernan, Executive Director
Emily O'Donnell, Project Manager
Feiyi Zhang, Project Manager
Caitlin Boyce, Administration Assistant
Services we provide
National Legal Aid represents the eight independent Legal Aid Commissions in each state and territory of Australia. These commissions work collaboratively to deliver essential legal services, making sure that justice is accessible to all Australians. We strive to support those who are most in need, ensuring fair and equitable legal outcomes.
150,094
Grants of Aid Approved
304,493
Legal Advice & Legal Task Services (including 269,578 legal advice sessions and 34,915 legal tasks)
412,742
Duty Lawyer Services
8,527
Family Dispute Resolution Conferences
National Legal Aid Strategic Plan
Our strategic plan outlines our commitment to providing consistent, high-quality legal services across the country. The plan focuses on key areas such as improving accessibility, enhancing service delivery, and fostering innovation in legal aid. We work closely with government agencies, community organisations and other stakeholders to achieve these goals.