The law can intersect with life in many ways. It can be to do with your home, work, relationships, where you are or what you buy.
Sometimes it’s easy to deal with, or it can be difficult. It can feel distressing or help you feel safe.
We all need information about our legal rights and responsibilities. Whether it’s for us, our families or the people we support.
As part of Law Week, the Emma House Legal Program is hosting a number of events this week in Hamilton and Warrnambool:
Free Law Week Events
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| Tuesday 20 May, 2025 | Lawyer in the House – Family Violence Intervention Orders: Whether you need information for yourself or someone you care about, this session will empower you with knowledge. Learn about the steps involved to apply for an intervention order, what conditions may apply, and what happens if an order is breached. |
Hamilton Community House 19 Sedgewick Street Hamilton 10:30am – 11:30am |
| Tuesday 20 May, 2025 | Lawyer in the House – Drop-in Legal Clinic: This free legal clinic will provide information on a broad range of legal topics relating to family violence, including Family Violence Intervention Orders, parenting, property settlement, divorce, the Financial Assistance Scheme, tenancy, fines and other family violence related legal matters. |
Hamilton Community House 19 Sedgewick Street Hamilton 12pm – 1:30pm |
| Tuesday 20 May, 2025 | Lawyer in the House – Financial Assistance Scheme: This information session will help you understand the eligibility requirements, what is covered by the scheme, the general application process and the types of assistance that can be applied for. |
Hamilton Community House 19 Sedgewick Street Hamilton 2pm – 3pm |
| Thursday 22 May, 2025 | Lawyer in the House – Family Violence and the Law: An informative afternoon aimed at building awareness around family violence and the legal supports available in our community. Covering topics such as tenancy, property settlement, Family Violence Intervention Orders, parenting arrangements and mediation. |
West Warrnambool Neighbourhood House 12-16 Pecten Avenue Warrnambool 12pm – 12:45pm |
| Thursday 22 May, 2025 | Lawyer in the House – Legal Drop-in Clinic: This free legal clinic will provide information on a broad range of legal topics relating to family violence, including Family Violence Intervention Orders, parenting, property settlement, divorce, the Financial Assistance Scheme, tenancy, fines and other family violence related legal matters. |
West Warrnambool Neighbourhood House 12-16 Pecten Avenue Warrnambool 12:45pm – 1:30pm |
| Friday 23 May, 2025 | Drop-in Legal Clinic: This free legal clinic will provide information on a broad range of legal topics relating to family violence, including Family Violence Intervention Orders, parenting, property settlement, divorce, the Financial Assistance Scheme, tenancy, fines and other family violence related legal matters. |
Warrnambool Library and Learning Centre 8 Kepler Street Warrnambool 11am – 2pm |
Check out the full Victorian Law Week program here.
