Request a review of a financial management order
If you believe you can manage your own financial affairs, you can ask the court or tribunal who made your financial management order for a review.
How can I ask for a review of my financial management order?
To ask for a review of your financial management order, you need to:
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contact the Guardianship Division of the NSW Civil & Administrative Tribunal, the Mental Health Review Tribunal or the Supreme Court of NSW that made your financial management order to discuss your situation before making an application.
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provide evidence that you can manage your own financial affairs – this can be provided in writing by a doctor, psychologist or social worker.
You can also download the Review or revocation of a financial management order factsheet for more information.
How can I change my financial manager?
If you wish to change your financial manager, you need to:
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contact the Guardianship Division of the NSW Civil & Administrative Tribunal or the Supreme Court of NSW that made your financial management order to discuss your situation before making an application.
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The Mental Health Review Tribunal can only appoint NSW Trustee & Guardian as a financial manager.