If you're looking for help with a legal problem or need general guidance on legal issues, a good place to start is LawAccess NSW.
The website has information on a wide range of topics including, but not limited to:
- AVOs
- what to do after someone dies
- instructions on how to prepare legal documents and court forms
- employment rights
- divorce
- representing yourself in court.
They also have interactive guides that provide tailored information to help you deal with legal problems such as:
- mortgage stress
- unpaid council rates
- recovering money
- resolving fencing disputes
- being chased for money
- problems with utilities
- fines
- traffic offences
- motor vehicle accidents.
Their factsheets are in easy-to-read language and are produced by various agencies and organisations including:
- Legal Aid NSW
- community legal centres
- courts and tribunals
- government departments.
Last updated: 9 December 2022