Legal services and referral
Macquarie's Welfare Service can provide you with information and a referral if you are facing legal issues.
Legal problems
The Welfare Service provides support, information, advocacy and referral on accessing legal advice for matters including:
- traffic offences and motor vehicle accidents
- employment rights
- harassment/discrimination
- domestic violence matters
- assault charges/criminal charges
- frauds and scams
- consumer rights
- family law matters
- immigration matters
Accessing legal help
The Welfare Service does not provide a legal service nor offer legal advice. However, they can still assist with accessing legal services in the community. Good places to access legal help include:
Contact the Welfare Service for further information, support, or to make an appointment with a Welfare Officer.
Legal support for international students
Check the following resources to find information on legal support:
- Redfern Legal Centre provides free legal services to international students.
- NSW Government’s Fair Trading provides free advice about rental laws in New South Wales. Keep up-to-date with how COVID-19 impacts rental evictions.
- For any questions regarding your visa, visit or contact the Department of Home Affairs.
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