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Initial
Consultation
We discuss your circumstances and identify available legal and compensation pathways.
VETERAN SERVICES (AUSTRALIA-WIDE)
Veteran led legal support. Real world experience. National reach.
StandTo Legal provides trusted legal support to current and former Australian Defence Force members and their families. As a Veteran-led law firm, we understand the unique pressures of military life and what it takes to transition with the right support in place. Whether you’re entering a new partnership, hiring your first employee, or preparing to sell your business, we ensure your documents are clear, compliant, and commercially sound.
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Our key
services include
Liability & compensation claims (MRCA)
We provide legal representation to pursue entitlements under the Military Rehabilitation and Compensation Act, ensuring your injuries or conditions are properly recognised.
Special Rate Disability Pension (SRDP) advice
If you’ve received an SRDP offer, we provide clear, strategic advice to help you understand your options and long-term implications.
MRCA compensation advice
Understanding your compensation determination is critical. We break down the legal and financial impact so you can make the best choice for your future.
Retrospective medical discharge claims
If you were discharged without medical recognition, we’ll represent you in seeking a retrospective medical discharge opening the path to additional entitlements.
FAQ’s
It’s a legal recognition that your discharge should have been on medical grounds. This opens access to higher compensation tiers and greater long-term support.
AVAC Services brings Veteran-specific case support, while we handle the legal submission, interpretation of legislation, and representation.
We can review it and provide independent legal advice on whether it’s worth challenging or seeking reconsideration.
While not mandatory, legal support greatly improves the clarity, accuracy, and strength of your claim or appeal – especially for complex matters or appeals.
How the process works
Initial
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Evidence &
Medical ReviewIn collaboration with AVAC Services, we help gather expert reports, service records, and support documents
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Legal Strategy &
SubmissionWe prepare your claim or application and handle all submissions and correspondence with DVA or the Department of Defence.
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Ongoing
RepresentationWhether you’re pursuing an appeal or weighing an SRDP offer, we continue advocating for your best outcome.
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