Family Law Program (FLP)

The FLP is a free duty solicitor service for unrepresented parties in the Newcastle Family Court and Federal Magistrates Court, which provides the following service:

Legal advice and information
Explanation and help with court forms
Limited representation in court
Limited help with negotiations

Download the FLP Duty Service Brochure here

The FLP also provides free legal advice by appointment in separation, divorce and parenting matters, to parties who meet the criteria for assistance.

For more information about the FLP or for an appointment phone: (02) 4040 9123




Family Relationship Centre (FRC) Partnership

The FRC Partnership provides free legal advice in separation, divorce and parenting matters to parents undertaking dispute resolution in the Newcastle and Taree FRC's.

Contact Newcastle or Taree FRC for more information:

Newcastle: (02) 4016 0566

Taree: (02) 6551 1200 




Legal Education Program (LEP)

The Legal Education Program provides experience in a legal centre setting for eligible 4th and 5th year family law students from the University of Newcastle.