9:00am to 4:30pm AEST, Monday to Friday
Emergencies: If you, a child or another person are in immediate danger, call 000.
We are committed to having a safe workplace for all staff. Any form of abuse or aggressive behaviour will not be tolerated and may impact our service to you.
Our experienced team provides legal advice and support with domestic and family violence, family separation or divorce, parenting and child safety. This includes arrangements for property settlements, financial counselling, child support, child protection and protecting your counselling notes in sexual assault matters.
Our Helpline is staffed by a specially trained team of intake officers who provide information and referrals to women and, if appropriate, arrange a confidential legal advice appointment with an experienced lawyer.
Women who are offered an appointment will have a choice of day or evening, by phone or in person, subject to availability. If there are safety concerns our lawyers can also make referrals to our social work team. If we are unable to assist, our team will do our best to direct you to a service which can help.
Australia’s legal systems can be challenging and complex to navigate.
Our resources can help you to understand the basics and what to expect to help you feel more confident and better prepared.
WLSQ is a for-purpose organisation providing free legal advice and other key support services; accessed through a variety of pathways. Services are provided through our dedicated employees and volunteers.
We provide assistance in domestic and family violence, family law, child protection and sexual assault – counselling notes protect matters.
WLSQ is committed to a society where every woman:
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WLSQ acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we live and work, particularly the Turrbul, Yuggera, Kabi Kabi/Gubbi Gubbi, Ugarapul peoples and the Yugambeh Language Region on whose lands our offices sit. We recognise their continuing connection to this Country, its waters, and culture. We acknowledge that their sovereignty was never ceded. We pay our respects to Elders, past and present, and we especially honour First Nations women and the traditions they carry.
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