Volunteers Sought for Coronial Inquests Pilot Program

01/08/2025

The Coronial Inquests Pilot Program (CIPP) has commenced in the NSW Bar Association’s Legal Assistance Referral Scheme (LARS). The pilot will run for 12 months.

The CIPP involves a new referral process to facilitate requests for advice by unrepresented witnesses called to give evidence in coronial proceedings. Referrals are limited to witnesses seeking advice about the operation of s 61 of the Coroners Act 2009 (NSW) and the privilege against self-incrimination in coronial proceedings.

If you are willing to offer your services to assist, please register your interest by completing this online form (please select duty barrister to join the CIPP list only).

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the LARS team at legalassist@nswbar.asn.au.