Criminal fee rates
The following hourly rates apply to legal aid services performed in criminal law proceedings effective from 1 July 2022 (GST exclusive). Level of experience Minimum required Criminal Provider Approval Level (PAL) (see below for explanation of categories) Other ($/hr) Level 1 ($/hr) Level 2 ($/hr) Level 3 ($/hr) PAL1 103 108 119 PAL2 108 134 139 PAL3 130 139 150 PAL4 146 161 178 Court of Appeal/Supreme Court 146 161 178 Travel time (pre-5