News

Changes to the ways you can apply for an FVRO

Recent changes to the law in WA have made it easier for some people to apply for a family violence restraining order (FVRO).

National Reconciliation Week

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2020 is on from 27 May – 3 June. The theme of this year is “In This Together”.

The Honourable Stephen Thackray - sudden death

The sudden death of Stephen Thackray has been a great shock and is so very sad. He was an outstanding lawyer, jurist and mediator, a caring mentor and friend.

Legal assistance - Bushfires

Legal Aid WA can provide free legal advice, information and referral for a range of legal issues following bushfires.

Legal assistance - Cyclone Blake

Legal Aid WA can provide free legal advice, information and referral for a range of legal issues following cyclones and floods.

New resource - Family Violence Law Help website

National Legal Aid has launched Family Violence Law Help, a new website for people affected by domestic and family violence.

New self-help guide: Family Violence Restraining Orders

The Interim FVRO self-help guide has been updated and is now available directly through the Legal Aid WA website.

Legal Aid WA’s Corporate Plan 2018-2020

Legal Aid WA has published its corporate plan, which spells out where the organisation is going over the next 2 – 3 years.

Aged Care Quality and Safety Royal Commission

The Royal Commission into Aged Care Quality and Safety was established on 8 October 2018.

Have you been in a car crash?

Legal Aid WA has a new online self-help guide for car crashes. It can help you deal with damage to cars and property after an accident.

Blurred Borders - A new legal communication resource

Blurred Borders is a range of client communication resources, using visual art, plain language and storytelling, to help explain key legal concepts around bail, criminal process and family violence.

National Reconciliation Week: 27 May – 3 June 2018

National Reconciliation Week is celebrated across Australia each year between 27 May and 3 June. This year’s theme is Don’t Keep History A Mystery: Learn, Share, Grow.

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