Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT)
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We give legal advice and court representation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men, women and children in NSW and ACT. 

We work in two areas of law, Criminal law and Children's Care and Protection law. For Family or Civil law matters, we give information and referral to other legal practices.

We have 23 offices and 185 Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal staff across NSW and ACT determined to get justice for Aboriginal people and the community.

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Been arrested?

Give the Police your name and address. Don't say anything else. Tell the Police to call ALS. When Police arrest an Aboriginal person, they must ring the ALS. It's the law. The ALS lawyer will give you legal advice and check you're OK.

 

In trouble with Police?

Phone 1800 765 767

Our lawyers and field officers can help you.
   

Is child protection talking to you?

Phone 1800 733 233  

Our lawyers and field officers can help you.         
   

Getting out of gaol soon?

Phone 1800 826 966 

Our lawyers and field officers can help you.
   

Need help? 

Phone 1800 765 767

 
   
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News

Justice Reinvestment for Aboriginal Young People Campaign

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The ALS is supporting a new campaign being launched this week at Government House. read more

ALS staff member in ANZAC March

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As Commander of ‘Six Company’, Hewitt Whyman, Deputy Zone Manager of the Western Zone, recently marched in the ANZAC Day Celebrations. read more

Seven year journey to get their kids back

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Three children removed in 2004 were recently returned to their parents thanks the our Care and Protection Law Practice after a seven year legal journey. read more

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