Appeal Costs Board

The Appeal Costs Board is responsible for the administration of the Appeal Costs Act 1998. The Board serves a function similar to that of a compensation tribunal: in certain circumstances it may partially compensate litigating parties who suffer loss through incurring legal costs arising from judicial error or other special circumstances for which the litigating party is not responsible.

All indemnity certificates are prepared and issued by the Courts, and submitted by the indemnified party to the Board.

You can find more information about how to apply to the Appeal Costs Board

The Attorney-General appoints a Chair and members of the Board for three-year terms. The present membership of the Board is:

Chair: Ms Janine Wirth
Deputy Chairperson: Ms Debra Paver
Member: Mr Erik Dober