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Helping people access law and legal processes.
Our Services
Our services
Providing general info about law and its processes, getting the most out of your lawyer, preparing for court, research services, letter drafting …
Freedom of Information
Your right to know what information is held about you by government agencies is important. Freedom of Information laws allow …
Prisoner advocacy
Seeking better outcomes for people affected by the justice system; holding prison authorities to account to account …
Your legal rights
Legal rights are found in legislation, policies and judge made law that applies to the circumstances in which you seek to exercise those rights. Knowing your rights leads to better results.
Your lawyer
Understand the role of your lawyer and help your lawyer help you. It is important for your lawyer to inform you of your options, and for you to provide clear instructions.
Abuse of power
Any government official can abuse their power. Unfortunately, such abuse is usually directed at disadvantaged or vulnerable people, particularly people prison and other marginalised groups.
Prepare for court
Preparation is the key to best outcomes and mitigating against stress of legal proceedings. Apply strategies for organising documents and effective communication.
Research services
Knowing where to find relevant information can be the biggest battle to understanding where you stand in a situation. We may be able to assist you find what you are looking for.
Our friends
The more minds the better! See a list of our friends and associates that may be able to assist with particular matters. Referrals may also be made to lawyers or other advocates if appropriate.
Advocacy in action!
What’s happening in the media?
- New national prison newspaper released – About Time Prison Newspaper – ABC news story here (13 July 2024).
- ‘A Captive Audience’ by Sasha Gattermayr – The Monthly Online Magazine – Article here (September 2024).
- ‘Australia’s first national newspaper – for prisoners by prisoners’ – Listen to podcast here (13 September 2024).
- Keeping prison authorities accountable with Freedom of Information – About Time Newspaper article here (8 October 2024).