Legal
Understanding your legal rights and knowing where to get help can make a big difference. You don’t need to face legal issues alone. There are free, confidential legal services available to help with things like domestic violence, separation, parenting, and court matters.
The following resources are available if you are in need of support:
The Women’s Legal Service QLD provides free legal adivce and is also available in rural and remote areas.
Call: 1800 957 957 (Monday – Friday, 9:00an – 4:30pm)
What they can help you with:
- Domestic and Family Violence
- Child Protection
- Divorce, and Family Law
- Protection of Counselling Notes in Sexual Assault Court Cases
ATSILS – The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service works together with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, key government and non-government stakeholders to manage the delivery of services in a professional, culturally competent and community-sensitive manner.
Our criminal, civil and family law services are delivered to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout Queensland.
Call: 1800 012 255 (24 hrs, 7 days)
What they can help you with:
- Criminal Law
- Family Law
- Civil Law
- 24 hour Assistance at Police Stations
Legal Aid Queensland provides free or low-cost legal help.
Call: 1300 651 188 (Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm)
What they can help you with:
- Criminal Law
- Family Law
- Domestic and Family Violence
- Child Protection
- Consumer Rights
Acknowledgements
This information was sourced from Women’s Legal Service Qld, ATSILS and Legal Aid Qld, and has been adapted for ease of understanding.