Free legal help for women in Western Australia

Legal Assistance

Legal assistance in family law, family and sexual violence, child protection and care, criminal injuries compensation and for working women.

Financial Counselling

Financial counselling that supports women who are experiencing financial hardship due to violence, including help with debt issues and financial advocacy.

Social Work Support

Practical support,  safety planning, and referrals to help women navigate the system and access appropriate services.

Community Legal Education

Educating and empowering women about their legal rights, by building the skills of frontline service providers and other professionals who support them.

Our Impact

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"For such a difficult and sensitive issue, I was treated with respect, fairness and felt heard with my concerns and questions."

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Resources, research and news

Whether you’re looking for practical legal information, sector research, our advocacy submissions, or the latest news, you’ll find it in our Resource Hub.

Get Informed

Free guides, fact sheets, and legal templates for women seeking information about their rights.

For Professionals

Reports, research, and sector resources for legal and community services professionals.

Advocacy & Policy

Our law reform submissions, policy work, and contributions to systemic change.

News & Events

Media releases, updates, and upcoming events.

30 years of justice for women in WA.

Women's Legal Service WA is a specialist, not-for-profit community legal centre.

Since 1996, we have provided free, trauma-informed legal assistance, financial counselling, and social work support to women across Western Australia — prioritising women experiencing family, domestic, and sexual violence.

Everything we do reflects our commitment to a Western Australia where every woman has access to justice, safety, and the opportunity to live free from violence and disadvantage.

We are guided by five values: 

Equality

Integrity

Leadership

Respect

Respect

Our Mission and Values

Why we exist and what we stand for.

Our Philosophy and how we work

Our integrated, socio-legal, trauma-informed approach to supporting women.

Our Board and team

The women who lead and drive our work.

Partners, funders and networks

The organisations and relationships that make our work possible.

There are many ways to stand with us.

Women’s Legal Service WA’s work is made possible by the people and organisations who believe in justice for women and choose to be part of it. Whether you give your time, your skills, or your support, every contribution makes a difference to the women we serve.

Donate and fundraise

Your generosity helps women find their way forward.

Sponsor or parter with us

Partner with an organisation making a real difference.

Volunteer

Give your time and skills.

Careers

Work where your values and your career align.

In 2024/25, Women’s Legal Service WA's crisis fund supported more than 66 women with emergency assistance — paying for accommodation, transport, medication, and safety items.

Your donation makes this possible.
All donations of $2 or more are tax deductible.