Oz Child established its Legal Service area in
December 1995 in order to provide a legal service
for children and young people. Its future plans
include the provision of an advocacy service,
which would represent the needs of children in
the legal arena and provide input into government
policy.
The service's main office is in Dandenong at the Visy Cares Centre
and is staffed by three fully qualified solicitors.
consumer disputes (Small Claims
Tribunal)
How much does it cost to use Oz Child's
Legal Service?
Advice and representation by our solicitors
is free. However, if you qualify for legal aid
we will make an application on your behalf.
What age group can access
help for Oz Child's Legal Service?
Anyone up to 25 years of age is eligible.
Does the service represent
people in court?
Yes, in all types of matters including criminal,
family and welfare.
Is the information provided
to solicitors confidential?
All queries to Oz Child's Legal Service are
confidential. If you prefer, you don't even
need to tell us your name. However, for some
matters we may need to see you before we can
give advice.
Do I have to go to Dandenong
for help?
No, the solicitors may be able to travel to
a place in Melbourne which is convenient to
you. They may also be able to communicate with
you via telephone, fax or e-mail.
Oz Child Legal Service
Visy Cares Centre
39A Clow Street
Dandenong 3175.
Phone (03) 9794 5428
Fax (03) 9792 1460
For drop-in visitors, most of
the time a solicitor will be available if you
come in the afternoon. Otherwise you can ring
to make an appointment.
You can also ask your local youth worker, school
welfare officer, teacher, parent, social worker
or other youth professional to contact us on
your behalf or give you a referral to see us.
However, those without referrals can still access
the service.
Head
Office: Level 3, 150 Albert Road,
South Melbourne 3205
Ph: (03) 9695 2200 Fax: (03) 9696 0507
E: ozchild@ozchild.org.au
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www.ozchild.org.au
