Tenancy Advice Service ACT

We offer free and confidential information, legal advice and assistance to tenants in the ACT.

Afghanistan Evacuees

Free legal assistance for subclass 449 holders in the ACT to apply for permanent visas.

• Farsi
• Dari
• Pashto

Lawyers at Outreach Locations

Have a free chat with a Legal Aid lawyer at an outreach location throughout ACT. Find our outreach schedule here. 

Resources on High-risk Weather Season

Legal Aid has prepared new resources on High-risk Weather Season. Learn how to legally prepare for this season. 

OPALS 2025 Diary Release

Our OPALS 2025 Diaries are now available for free! You can collect them at ACT libraries or view the digital copy here. 

Defence and Veterans Legal Service (DAVLS)

Free legal support for veterans and ADF members 

Free and confidential legal support is available to current and former Defence Force members.

Legal Aid Helpline

We offer free and confidential legal advice, assistance, information and referrals to everyone in the community.

Lawyers at court

We have lawyers on duty at the ACT Magistrates Court, Children’s Court and Family Court. They will give you advice and help if it is urgent without an appointment.

Applying for Legal Aid

We offer grants to help pay for ongoing legal costs if you cannot afford a private lawyer.

Information and Education

We provide free legal information through our publications and Community Legal Education workshops.

Domestic and Family Violence

We have specialist domestic and family violence lawyers who are available to provide you with free legal help every day of the week regardless of your income or property.

Family Dispute Resolution

We provide Family Dispute Resolution services with the aim of resolving family law disputes out of court.

Migration Services

We offer free legal information and advice if you have an immigration problem. 

Community Liaison Unit

We can provide additional non-legal support through our Aboriginal Liaison Officer, Cultural Liaison Officer and Family Violence Officer.

Older Persons ACT Legal Service

We provide legal assistance to older people in the community who are experiencing problems with a range of legal issues.

Youth Law Centre

We offer free and confidential legal services for young people between the ages of 12 – 25.

Frequently Asked Questions

Important answers to commonly asked questions.

Family Law Pathways Network

The Family Law Pathways Network is an inclusive network for professionals working with separated or separating families.