Free telephone-based legal information, appointments for legal advice and applying for legal aid, and referrals to other services via the Helpline
Free or low-cost legal representation by applying for a Grant of Legal Aid. Eligibility for a Grant of Legal Aid depends on your income and assets, and whether you have a strong legal case.
The duty lawyer helps with legal advice and representation when you first go to court. You don’t need an appointment. Get to court early so you have time to talk. Find the duty lawyer at court on the day.

Help Line: 1800 019 343
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people can talk to the Helpline in their languages by calling the Aboriginal Interpreter Service on 1800 334 944 and asking to connect to Legal Aid Helpline on 1800 019 343.
Speakers of other languages can call the Helpline by calling the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS) on 13 14 50 and asking to connect to Legal Aid Helpline on 1800 019 343.