Trying to solve legal problems can be stressful, exhausting and scary. If you have any problems, help is available. Contact the toll-free LawAccess NSW legal line on 1300 888 529 to find out who else can help you with these questions. A lawyer will advise you once free of charge on your application. They will also tell you if you are entitled to additional assistance or legal assistance for a lawyer to represent you in your case. You might be able to help with simple documents if you don`t have a lawyer. They won`t be able to help you with complex legal documents. The pro bono program also provides in-house legal assistance to eligible applicants. The Welfare Rights Centre provides free legal information, advice and representation to residents of New South Wales, specialising in social security and family assistance law and its administration through Centrelink. There are forty municipal law centres in New South Wales. Community law centers can help with a range of issues, including family law, domestic violence, debts, fines, leases, discrimination, loans, insurance, centerlink, and more.
The consultation usually lasts about 15 to 20 minutes. This delay does not allow our lawyers to provide you with detailed legal advice on complex issues. If you need an interpreter, call us on 131 450 via the free translation and interpreting service. Redfern Legal Centre NSW`s International Student Legal Service provides free and confidential legal advice to international students studying in New South Wales. The International Student Law Service is independent of government. You can speak to one of our experienced lawyers to get free and confidential legal advice on: Child Support Litigation Commercial Litigation Complaints against lawyers Defamation Litigation over court fees Family law issues relating exclusively to property Motor vehicle accidents Neighbourhood conflicts, including closing disputes Personal injury claims Professional negligence Spousal support claims and related litigation Victims` compensation claims Workers` compensation claims The Law Society`s pro bono program is an application-based program that refers eligible claimants to lawyers who provide legal aid free of charge or at significantly reduced fees. The Under-18 Helpline provides legal advice and information to young people under 18 and operates weekdays from 9am to midnight with 24-hour service from Friday 9am to Sunday midnight and also on public holidays. Bring all documents relevant to your legal problem, such as court documents and letters.
Learn about the self-help resources developed by Justice Connect. This is a database of free fact sheets to help you understand and resolve your legal issue. Legal issues covered include tenancy, employment, advance care planning, COVID-19 related issues, financial matters, natural disasters, bankruptcy, discrimination, construction disputes, and LGBTQI+ resources. Legal advice is free of charge. You do not need to apply for legal aid to get legal advice, and you do not have to meet the eligibility criteria to use the service. If you don`t live in KLC`s catchment area, there may be another legal center near you. Details of all legal centres in New South Wales are available from CLCNSW and all Australian legal centres from CLC Australia. Ask your legal question online with Justice Connect Answers. This online platform connects people with real lawyers who can answer simple legal questions – for free and online. Multilingual information about our services in Arabic, Farsi, Chinese, Filipino, Hindi, Indonesian, Korean, Malay, Russian, Thai. If we can advise you, we will arrange for a lawyer to call you back. If we are unable to assist you, we may refer you to other services and resources, including those listed below.
Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited (ALS) is a community-controlled organisation responsible for legal aid to Aboriginal New South Wales and ACT. The ALS provides legal advice, referrals and records in the areas of criminal and family law (including care and protection) and, in some cases, civil law. If you need an interpreter for your appointment with one of our lawyers, please let us know when you make your appointment. We arrange a free interpreter. Community legal centres are independent non-governmental organizations that provide free legal aid to individuals and communities when it is most needed. There are a wide range of websites, apps, and phone services that offer free legal information that you can use without – or first – consulting a lawyer. These can be helpful if you want to research your options or understand a common legal issue. Access the Law Association`s Legal Aid Referral Program. This system arranges appropriate requests for mutual legal assistance with a lawyer or mediator who can advise, represent or help you resolve your legal problem.
Check out the Australian Pro Bono Centre`s guide to finding legal aid in New South Wales. This includes free legal services as well as the ability to contact private law firms. Legal Aid NSW is a legal service provided by the New South Wales Government that deals with family law, criminal matters and certain civil matters. They provide free legal advice, legal representation, and legal aid to pay for a lawyer or private lawyer. A person`s ability to get legal help depends on the nature of their legal problem and their income. LawAccess NSW staff can help people find out if legal aid is available and fill out the NSW Legal Aid Application Form over the phone. The Financial Rights Legal Centre specialises in financial services, particularly in the areas of consumer credit, banking, debt collection and insurance. LawAccess NSW can direct you to the community legal centre best suited to your legal problem. A women`s legal centre that provides legal representation, advocacy, advice and recommendations to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women, children and youth. However, if you are receiving legal aid, you will probably have to pay a contribution towards the costs of your case.
The amount you have to pay depends on how much you earn, how much you own, and the nature of the legal issue. If you are under 18 and need advice on a criminal law issue or think you are in trouble with the police, you can call our youth helpline on 1800 10 18 10 (toll-free). The hotline is open Monday to Friday from 09:00 to 00:00 and 24 hours a day on weekends and public holidays. Referrals to lawyers who can provide free or low-cost advice or representation Legal Aid NSW`s mandate is to provide legal assistance to the most disadvantaged and vulnerable people in NSW and we have limited resources to do this. LawAccess NSW is the best place to solve a legal problem in New South Wales. This is a free government telephone service that provides legal information, advice and recommendations to people who have a legal problem in New South Wales. Legal advice is NOT available to everyone. We advise disadvantaged people free of charge on legal issues that concern them. Our lawyers provide free legal advice in locations throughout New South Wales, including legal aid offices, courts, community organisations, prisons and hospitals.
W: www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au/for-lawyers/duty-lawyers-information We provide free and confidential personal legal advice on most legal matters, including: Legal information can help you find the best solution to your legal problem. Visit our self-help legal information page for a list of websites where you can find simple legal information. This free service is available for international students who wish to study anywhere in New South Wales. Learn more about accessing our services. This legal advice may include legal advice, preparation of documents and/or representation in court. We provide a range of legal services to people living in New South Wales, from legal information to ongoing legal assistance. We tailor our services to clients` needs so that we can offer one-on-one assistance – such as legal advice – to those who need it most. Search the Find Legal Answers database.
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