Top End Women's Legal Service

Introduction

Located in Darwin City, NT, the Top End Women's Legal Service (TEWLS) is a not-for-profit, specialist women's legal service dedicated to advancing the rights of women and non-binary persons. With a strong commitment to providing free and confidential legal help, TEWLS supports women across the Top End of the Northern Territory to access integrated, trauma-informed, and culturally secure services.

TEWLS' team of experienced lawyers and support staff work together to empower women to make informed legal choices and achieve fair outcomes. Their client-centric service model allows clients to access legal assistance from one legal practitioner in multiple areas of law, ensuring a comprehensive and supportive approach to legal help.

With a focus on advancing women's rights and promoting social justice, TEWLS provides a range of services, including legal advice, casework, and representation. Their expertise spans various areas of law, including family law, domestic and family violence, migration law, employment law, and more.

TEWLS is committed to creating a community where women enjoy and are entitled to legal and social justice. Their vision is realized through their work in providing legal help, advocating for laws and policies that respect and promote women's rights, and educating women about their legal rights.

Main Practice Areas and Specializations

TEWLS provides free and confidential legal help in various areas of law, including:

• Family Law: parenting, separation, divorce, and property matters
• Domestic, Family, and Sexual Violence: support and advocacy for survivors of domestic and family violence
• Migration Law: assistance with visa applications, refugee claims, and migration-related issues
• Employment Law and Workplace Sexual Harassment: advice and representation on workplace rights and obligations
• Housing and Tenancy: assistance with public housing, community housing, and private rental issues
• Deceased Estates and Superannuation: guidance on wills, estates, and superannuation matters
• Complaints and Discrimination: support with making complaints and addressing discrimination
• Credit, Debt, and Consumer Law: advice on debt management, credit, and consumer rights

TEWLS' team of lawyers has specialist expertise in domestic, family, and sexual violence, and they provide a safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss their legal issues.

Geographic Focus and Office Locations

TEWLS is based in Darwin City, NT, and provides services to women and non-binary persons across the Top End of the Northern Territory. Their office is located at Ground Floor, 17 Lindsay Street, Darwin NT 0800, and they can be contacted by phone on (08) 8982 3000 or via their website.

TEWLS also provides outreach services to remote communities and can arrange appointments at alternative locations if needed. Their commitment to accessibility and client convenience ensures that women and non-binary persons across the region can access their services.

TEWLS acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which their office is located, the Larrakia people, and pays respect to Elders past and present. They are committed to working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities to provide culturally secure and trauma-informed services.

Notable Expertise or Industry Focus

TEWLS has a strong focus on providing specialist services to women and non-binary persons who have experienced domestic, family, and sexual violence. Their team of lawyers and support staff are trained to provide trauma-informed and culturally secure services, ensuring that clients feel safe and supported throughout the legal process.

TEWLS is also committed to advocating for laws and policies that respect and promote women's rights. They work closely with other organizations and stakeholders to promote social justice and advance the rights of women and non-binary persons in the Northern Territory.

TEWLS' expertise in migration law, employment law, and family law also makes them a valuable resource for women and non-binary persons navigating complex legal issues. Their commitment to providing free and confidential legal help ensures that all clients, regardless of their circumstances, can access the legal support they need.

TEWLS' reputation as a trusted and specialist women's legal service has been recognized through their funding partnerships with the Commonwealth and Northern Territory governments. Their work has also been acknowledged through various awards and recognition within the legal and community sectors.