Family Advocacy and Support Service
Free legal help and support at court for people experiencing family violence.
Select your state or territory
How to contact FASS in Australian Capital Territory
If you need help with your legal or non-legal issues from a duty lawyer or FASS social support worker, please call 1300 654 314 to be transferred to the FASS and Family Violence team. You can also contact us by email: fass@legalaidact.org.au
We provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue.
We can help you if you have experienced domestic and family violence or someone says you have used violence.
Our lawyer can assist with
- Arrangements for children
- Domestic Violence Orders (known as Family Violence Orders or FVOs)
- Property after separation
- Divorce
- Child Support
- Applying for legal aid
- Some urgent court matters
Our support worker can
- Help you plan for your safety
- Talk to the Family Courts about your safety at court
- Give you information and support during your family law case
- Help with practical problems like Centrelink and housing
- Advocate for you with services like police
- Connect you with men’s behaviour change programs or other services.
How can I get help?
Court Locations
Canberra Family Courts
Canberra Family Courts, University Ave & Childers St, Canberra
We are there Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 3:00pm. You don’t need an appointment.
How to contact FASS in New South Wales
If you need help with your legal issues and want to speak to a duty lawyer, please call the Legal Aid NSW Early Intervention Unit on 1800 551 589. If you need help with your non-legal issues and want to speak to a FASS social support worker, please call: FASS social support services men: 1300 00 3277. FASS social support services women: 1800 113 277
We provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue. We can help you if you have experienced domestic and family violence or someone says you have used violence. Other family members like grandparents can also use our services.
Our lawyer can assist with
- Arrangements for children
- Domestic Violence Orders (known as Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders or ADVOs)
- Property after separation
- Divorce
- Child Support
- Child protection
- Victims support and compensation
- Applying for legal aid
- Some urgent court matters
Our support worker can
- Help you plan for your safety
- Talk to the Family Courts about your safety at court
- Give you information and support during your family law case
- Help with practical problems like Centrelink and housing
- Advocate for you with services like police
- Connect you with men’s behaviour change programs or other services
How can I get help?
Court Locations
Sydney Family Courts
Sydney Family Courts, Level 4, 97–99 Goulburn St, Sydney
Our lawyers and support workers for women are there Monday to Friday. You don’t need an appointment. Our support workers for men are there some days.
Newcastle Family Courts
Newcastle Family Courts, Level 4, 61 Bolton St, Newcastle
Our lawyers and support workers for women are there Monday to Friday. You don’t need an appointment. Our support workers for men are there some days.
Wollongong Family Courts
Wollongong Family Courts, Level 1, 43 Burelli St, Wollongong
Our lawyers and support workers for women are there Monday to Friday. You don’t need an appointment. Our support workers for men are there some days.
Parramatta Family Courts
Parramatta Family Courts, Level 2, 1 – 3 George St, Parramatta
Our lawyers and support workers for women are there Monday to Friday. You don’t need an appointment. Our support workers for men are there some days, call us to find out when.
How to contact FASS in the Northern Territory
If you need help with your legal or non-legal issues from a duty lawyer or FASS social support worker, please call 1800 019 343. For more information you can go to the Northern Territory Legal Aid Commission website
We have services that help people affected by domestic and family violence. For more information, see the NT Legal Aid Commission website.
Court Locations
Katherine Women’s Information and Legal Service (KWILS) at Katherine Local Court
Katherine Local Court, 7/9 First Street, Katherine
We have a lawyer and a support worker who help women who have experienced domestic and family violence in Domestic Violence Order cases.
Domestic Violence Legal Service (DVLS) at Darwin Local Court
Darwin Local Court, Cnr Cavenagh & Bennett Streets, Darwin
There is a lawyer to help a protected person in Domestic Violence Order cases.
Respondent Early Assistance Legal Service (REALS) at Darwin Local Court
Darwin Local Court, Cnr Cavenagh & Bennett Streets, Darwin
On Mondays and Fridays we have a lawyer and a support worker who help people who are responding to a Domestic Violence Order. You don’t need an appointment.
Family Law Duty Service - Darwin
Darwin Family Courts Level 1, Supreme Court Building State Square, Darwin
If you have a family law matter at Darwin Family Courts, a lawyer may be able to give you legal advice and help.
Family Law Duty Service - Alice Springs
Alice Springs when the Court circuits, Law Courts Building, Parsons Street, Alice Springs
If you have a family law matter at Alice Springs Family Courts, a lawyer may be able to give you legal advice and help.
How to contact FASS in Queensland
If you need help with your legal or non-legal issues from a duty lawyer or FASS social support worker, please call 1300 267 762. For more information you can go to the Queensland Legal Aid website
We provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue. We can help you if you have experienced domestic and family violence or someone says you have used violence.
Our lawyer can assist with
- Arrangements for children
- Domestic Violence Orders
- Property after separation
- Divorce
- Child Support
- Child protection
- Applying for legal aid
- Some urgent court matters
Our support worker can
- Help you plan for your safety
- Talk to the Family Courts about your safety at court
- Give you information and support during your family law case
- Help with practical problems like Centrelink and housing
- Advocate for you with services like police
- Connect you with men’s behaviour change programs or other services
How can I get help?
Court Locations
Brisbane Family Courts
Brisbane Family Courts. 119 North Quay, Brisbane
Our lawyer and support worker are there Monday to Friday 9:00am - 4:30pm. You don’t need an appointment.
How to contact FASS in South Australia
If you need help with your legal or non-legal issues from a duty lawyer or FASS social support worker, please call (08) 8111 5300. You can also contact us by email: family.dutylawyer@lsc.sa.gov.au
We provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue. We can help you if you have experienced domestic and family violence or someone says you have used violence.
Our lawyer can assist with
- Arrangements for children
- Domestic Violence Orders (known as Intervention Orders)
- Property after separation
- Divorce
- Child Support
- Applying for legal aid
- Some urgent court matters
Our support worker can
- Help you plan for your safety
- Talk to the Family Courts about your safety at court
- Give you information and support during your family law case
- Help with practical problems like Centrelink and housing
- Advocate for you with services like police
- Connect you with men’s behaviour change programs or other services
How can I get help?
Court Locations
Adelaide Family Courts
Adelaide Family Courts, 3 Angas Street, Adelaide
Our lawyer and support worker are there Monday to Friday. You don’t need an appointment.
How to contact FASS in Tasmania
If you need help with your legal or non-legal issues from a duty lawyer or FASS social support worker, please call 1800 431 157 for an appointment or further information.
We provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue. We can help you if you have experienced domestic and family violence or someone says you have used violence.
Our lawyer can assist with
- Arrangements for children
- Domestic Violence Orders (known as Family Violence Orders or Restraint Orders)
- Property after separation
- Divorce
- Child Support
- Child protection
- Applying for legal aid
- Some urgent court matters
Our support worker can
- Help you plan for your safety
- Talk to the Family Courts about your safety at court
- Give you information and support during your family law case
- Help with practical problems like Centrelink and housing
- Advocate for you with services like police
- Connect you with men’s behaviour change programs or other services
How can I get help?
Court Locations
Hobart Family Courts
Hobart Family Courts, Level 1, 39-41 Davey Street, Hobart
You don’t need an appointment if the court is sitting (meaning when matters are listed before a Judge). On other days, call 1800 431 157 to make an appointment.
Launceston Family Courts
Launceston Family Courts, Level 1 Henty House, 1 Civic Square Launceston
You don’t need an appointment if the court is sitting (meaning when matters are listed before a Judge). On other days, call 1800 431 157 to make an appointment.
How to contact FASS in Victoria
If you need help with your legal or non-legal issues from a duty lawyer or FASS social support worker, please call (03) 8610 9803 to speak to our FASS Information and Referral Officer who will talk to you about your situation and refer you for help.
We provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue. We can help you if you have experienced domestic and family violence or someone says you have used violence.
Our lawyer can assist with
- Arrangements for children
- Domestic Violence Orders (known as Family Violence Intervention Orders)
- Property after separation
- Divorce
- Child Support
- Child protection
- Applying for legal aid
- Some urgent court matters
Our support worker can
- Help you plan for your safety
- Talk to the Family Courts about your safety at court
- Give you information and support during your family law case
- Help with practical problems like Centrelink and housing
- Advocate for you with services like police
- Connect you with men’s behaviour change programs or other services
How can I get help?
Court Locations
Melbourne Family Courts
Melbourne Family Courts, 305 William Street, Melbourne
Our lawyer and support workers are there Monday to Friday. You don’t need an appointment.
Dandenong Family Courts
Dandenong Family Courts, 53-55 Robinson Street, Dandenong
Our lawyer and support workers are there Monday to Friday. You don’t need an appointment.
Regional Circuit locations
FASS is available at family law circuit locations in Geelong, Warrnambool, Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton, Mildura and Morwell.
Our lawyer and support workers are available during the court's circuit sittings. You don't need an appointment.
How to contact FASS in WA
If you need help with your legal or non-legal issues from a duty lawyer or FASS social support worker, please call 1300 650 579. You can also contact us by email: FASS@legalaid.wa.gov.au
We provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue. We can help you if you have experienced domestic and family violence or someone says you have used violence
Our lawyer can assist with
- Arrangements for children
- Domestic Violence Orders (known as Family Violence Restraining Orders or FVROs)
- Property after separation
- Divorce
- Child Support
- Child protection
- Applying for legal aid
- Some urgent court matters
Our support worker can
- Help you plan for your safety
- Talk to the Family Courts about your safety at court
- Give you information and support during your family law case
- Help with practical problems like Centrelink and housing
- Advocate for you with services like police
- Connect you with men’s behaviour change programs or other services
How can I get help?
Court Locations
Perth Family Court
Perth Family Court, 150 Terrace Rd, Perth
Our lawyer and support worker are there Monday to Friday 9:00am – 4:30pm. You don’t need an appointment.