Fitzroy Legal Service is a community-driven organization that provides free legal advice and assistance to individuals in need. With offices located in Fitzroy and Reservoir, the service is committed to promoting justice and equality in the community.
The firm offers a range of legal services, including: - Family law and family violence - Criminal law - Migration law - Employment law - Consumer law - Human rights law - Activist rights - Disability and mental health law
Fitzroy Legal Service has two office locations: - Fitzroy Town Hall, Level 4, 201 Napier Street, Fitzroy 3065 - 279 Spring Street, Reservoir 3073 The service primarily serves the Melbourne community, with a focus on providing assistance to marginalized and disadvantaged groups.
The firm has notable expertise in public interest law, strategic litigation, and advocacy. They also offer specialized services such as the Q+Law program, which provides legal assistance to LGBTIQA+ individuals, and the Night Service, which offers free legal advice to those in need.
As a community legal centre, Fitzroy Legal Service is a medium-sized organization with a team of dedicated lawyers, support staff, and volunteers. The service has a significant reach in the Melbourne community, with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal assistance to
The lawyers and staff at FLS could have chosen a different path—one that led to personal success. But instead, they dedicate their time, knowledge, and passion to helping those in need, not out of obligation, but because they truly care about justice. A heartfelt thank you to Kevin for his exceptional legal guidance, strategic insight and unwavering support, which gave me the confidence to keep moving forward. I’m also incredibly grateful to Sophie and Christina for their support and to the entire staff for always being there when help was needed. Even though their legal services are free, they should never be taken for granted. That’s why I deeply appreciate the dedication of FLS.
Kevin and Tessa delivered an exceptional level of service, truly going above and beyond to support me throughout my case. Their thoroughness in asking the right questions, their concise and effective approach in court, and their unwavering support—even when I asked out-of-the-box questions—set them apart as an outstanding team. Tessa, in particular, showed incredible flexibility and kindness, meeting with me for case adjournments over the counter and even waiving her fees for those days, which was both generous and deeply appreciated. Their ability to simplify complex issues and handle everything with professionalism and care left me feeling confident and supported at every step. The only downside? Kevin smokes menthols, so when I bummed a cigarette from him, it wasn’t quite what I was hoping for! But since that’s not part of his job description, I’ll let it slide—it certainly didn’t impact their five-star performance in any meaningful way. If you’re looking for legal representation that combines expertise, dedication, and a personal touch, Kevin and Tessa are the team you need. Highly recommend!
Extremely helpful and very attentive, Morgan is excellent and very thorough, the two other kind ladies were also very attentive and took down notes while voicing my concerns. Highly recommend ☺️
I get that it's a free service but my god the are woeful, one appointment and I am 10% more stupid. Who ever the guy was that I seen was way out of his league giving me advice that I must contact Fines Victoria and deal with my fine through them, but it is a Federal government fine and has nothing to do with state government. Don't go here, use google as it gives better and more logical advice.
Absolutely atrocious service that should be stripped of their funding. Years of attempts to abandon their clients if they do not comply with FLS lawyers wishes. You’re meant to represent the desires of the client not yourselves. Just setting people up to fail, avoid like the plague!!