Free Legal Help
Legal Aid Services Australia
Legal Aid provides free and low-cost legal services to Australians who can't afford a private solicitor. Find your state's Legal Aid contact details, eligibility information, and office locations.
Legal Aid by State
Other Free Services
Community Legal Centres
Free legal services run by local community organisations. Each state has multiple CLCs that may assist with family law matters.
Find your local CLC
Visit Website →Family Relationship Centres
Free government-funded centres that help separating families with mediation and information. First 3 hours of FDR are free.
1800 050 321
Visit Website →Family Relationship Advice Line
National phone service providing information about family relationship issues including separation.
1800 050 321
Visit Website →1800RESPECT
National domestic and family violence counselling service. Available 24/7 for anyone affected by violence.
1800 737 732
Visit Website →When to Contact Legal Aid
Good Candidates for Legal Aid
- Low income (Centrelink, casual work)
- Family violence involved
- Children at risk
- Complex legal issues
- Respondent in proceedings
What to Prepare
- Centrelink statement or payslips
- Bank statements
- Any court documents received
- Timeline of events
- Details of children involved
Urgent Matters
- Domestic violence - call 1800RESPECT
- Children taken - contact Legal Aid immediately
- Court date imminent - ask for duty lawyer
- Safety concerns - police first