09/09/2022

Apprehended Violence Orders factsheet

An Apprehended Violence Order ("AVO") protects people experiencing violence, intimidation or harassment from any future violence by the perpetrators of such actions. They are commonly referred to as ‘restraining orders’...

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01/09/2022

Victims Compensation

Victims of violent crimes that occurred in NSW may be eligible for financial support and counselling through the NSW Victims Support Scheme.   Types of victims Primary victim – a..

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31/08/2022

Over $2 million recovered for Low Bono clients

The high cost of private legal representation can risk sending low to middle income earners into financial hardship. Individuals in this income bracket are described as the ‘missing middle’ i.e...

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29/07/2022

MLC launches Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan

Recently endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, Marrickville Legal Centre launched its new Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) on Thursday 21 July 2022, hosted at the offices of MLC partner Colin, Biggers..

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07/06/2022

Vollie vox: Julia Lim

Volunteers are the lifeblood of Marrickville Legal Centre, whose hard work helps us connect people to justice. Last month (16-22 May) was Law Week NSW as well as National Volunteer..

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17/05/2022

Your rights as a tenant

As a tenant you have a range of rights under the Residential Tenancies Act 2010 (NSW). This factsheet is designed for tenants. If you are unsure of your tenancy status,..

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