How to make a discrimination claim in the Federal Court or Federal Circuit Court

What is this resource?

This fact sheet explains the process of taking a human rights claim to the Federal Court or Federal Circuit Court of Australia.

If you think that you have experienced a violation of your human rights as prohibited by the federal anti-discrimination laws, you may be eligible to take your claim to court.

This fact sheet covers:

• When can I commence a human rights claim in court?

• Which court should I apply to?

• How do I apply?

• What orders can the court make?

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