The Family Advocacy and Support Service (FASS) provide support and legal help if you are affected by domestic and family violence and have a family law issue. We can help you if:
 you have experienced domestic and family violence or,
 someone says you have used violence.
If you are worried about your safety at court or about going to court please talk to us before your
court date.
Our lawyers can assist with:
 Arrangements for children
 Domestic Violence Orders
 Property after separation
 Divorce
 Child Support
 Child protection
 Applying for legal aid
 Some urgent court matters
Our support workers can:
 Help you plan for your safety
 Talk to the Family Courts about your
safety at court
 Give you information and support during
your family law case
 Help with practical problems like
Centrelink and housing
 Advocate for you with services like police
 Connect you with men’s behaviour change
programs or other services


