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Need legal assistance with a rental dispute, tax matter, a fine you’re struggling to pay or some other issue? You can opt to hire a private lawyer, and the Law Institute of Victoria can help you find the right legal help. Or you can contact one of the many services throughout Victoria that provide free legal advice to those who can't afford legal services.
General
- Monash Law Clinics Located at Clayton with appointment times throughout the week.
- South-East Monash Legal Service Drop-in sessions available at certain times throughout the week.
- Fitzroy Legal Service Free legal advice sessions held every weeknight.
- Victoria Legal Aid Offers extensive free legal assistance with offices throughout the state.
- Various community legal centres Provide free legal assistance in Victoria.
Targeted groups
- Youthlaw Has a range of services available to those under 25, including a fines clinic.
- Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service Offers legal assistance to the Koorie community, including a 24 hour call service.
- Women’s Legal Service Victoria Offers free legal help to women in certain circumstances.
- Study Melbourne Helps international students understand their legal rights in Australia and where to get legal advice.
Housing and homelessness
- Justice Connect Specialises in homeless law matters.
- Homelessness Advocacy Service Offers crisis accommodation and housing help.