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Relationships

Information about relationship breakdown, parenting and children, and sex and the law.

Publications and resources

Download or order our free fact sheets, booklets and educational resources to help people work out their legal problems.

Legal words

Learn about some common legal words you may find on our website or in court.

Working on Sunshine – in tune with growing legal need in the western suburbs

Centrally located in the heart of Sunshine on Wurundjeri land, our newest office has been designed with clients front of mind.

Learning from the failures of Robodebt – building a fairer, client-centred social security system

With every second household accessing government payments, we need a fairer social security system that treats people with respect and dignity.

The time for action is now – reforming social security post-Robodebt

The federal government has accepted 56 recommendations in full or in principle from the Royal Commission into the Robodebt Scheme.

Disclaimer: The material in this print-out relates to the law as it applies in the state of Victoria. It is intended as a general guide only. Readers should not act on the basis of any material in this print-out without getting legal advice about their own particular situations. Victoria Legal Aid disclaims any liability howsoever caused to any person in respect of any action taken in reliance on the contents of the publication.

We help Victorians with their legal problems and represent those who need it most. Find legal answers, chat with us online, or call us. You can speak to us in English or ask for an interpreter. You can also find more legal information at www.legalaid.vic.gov.au

Reviewed 27 November 2023