Who we are
South-East Monash Legal Services (SMLS) is a Community Legal Centre (CLC) located in the south-east of Melbourne. We provide free and confidential legal assistance to individuals on low incomes and those facing other financial hardship. Our dedicated team of lawyers and legal professionals are committed to working with you to find fair and accessible solutions to your legal challenges.
Our values
At SMLS, we believe in:
- Access to justice for all: We believe that everyone, regardless of their financial situation, should have access to quality legal assistance.
- Empowerment and Advocacy: We believe in empowering individuals and communities to understand and navigate the legal system.
- Collaboration and solidarity: We believe in working in collaboration with other community organisations and building strong communities.
What we do
We offer a broad range of legal services, including:
Legal Assistance
- Assisting with family law issues like separation and divorce, parenting arrangements, and child support.
- Providing guidance on tenancy and housing matters, including eviction and landlord disputes.
- Helping with consumer issues, such as debt recovery and unfair trading practices.
- Offering support with consumer credit and bankruptcy.
- Providing assistance with family violence legal matters.
Justice Q
- Providing free and confidential legal services to L G B T Q I A+ people.
Advocacy
- Working to change unjust laws and systems that disproportionately impact vulnerable communities.
- Raising awareness of legal challenges faced by our community.
- Advocating for access to justice for all.
Community engagement
- Offering integrated partnerships and community programs to empower individuals and communities.
- Providing a clinical program for law students to gain legal experience under the supervision of experienced lawyers.
- Delivering practical legal training programs to the community.
Join us
If you are passionate about access to justice and believe in creating a fairer future for our community, we encourage you to:
- Volunteer your time and skills.
- Donate to support our work.
- Join our newsletter to receive the latest news and updates.
Summary of Reviews
The reviews are predominantly negative, highlighting issues with customer service, long waiting times, and inexperienced staff. Many clients felt misled about the services they would receive and were not seen by a lawyer as promised. There are a few positive comments, praising the staff for their help during the Christmas season.
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