Free Legal Help Service for COVID-19 Legal Issues

Published on 17 April 2020

The NSW Government, in partnership with Legal Aid NSW and Law Access NSW, has launched a free legal help service for people facing legal issues under the COVID-19 public health laws.

People concerned about COVID-19 issues can call Law Access or visit the website for help. A webchat facility is under construction to further increase access for vulnerable people who are less likely to make a phone call.

The service will complement helpful tip sheets on a range of COVID-19 related legal issues already on the Legal Aid NSW website dealing with the pandemic – including information on Public Health Orders.

People needing legal help related to COVID-19 can access the service by calling 1300 888 529 between 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, or by visiting www.lawaccess.nsw.gov.au.

Read more about the service here.

Legal Aid has compiled a number of legal resources for COVID-19, which can be found here.

Please note: As of 9 June 2023, LawAccess NSW is merging into the Legal Aid NSW website. Going forward, you can access legal assistance at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au

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