Hobart Community Legal Service is a community organization based in southern Tasmania, offering free legal assistance to individuals and communities in need. With a focus on providing information, referrals, and limited representation, the service covers a wide range of legal issues including Centrelink, consumer rights, employment law, family violence, child support, and criminal matters. Additionally, the service extends its support to community groups and organizations, providing free legal education and guidance through resources like the Tasmanian Law Handbook.
Established in 1985, Hobart Community Legal Service is dedicated to fostering community awareness of the law and making legal services more accessible and equitable to the public. The organization’s mission is to empower socially disadvantaged individuals by ensuring easier access to a fair and just legal system. Through its commitment to providing free legal information, advice, representation, and referrals, the service aims to facilitate greater autonomy in pursuing justice for all members of the community in the Southern Tasmanian region.
Managed by an elected Committee of Management and supported by volunteers, Hobart Community Legal Service operates with the goal of promoting law reform and advocating for the rights of the general community. By offering a range of services and resources, including assistance with welfare rights, family law matters, consumer disputes, and workplace issues, the organization plays a vital role in supporting individuals facing legal challenges and seeking guidance in navigating the complexities of the legal system.