Family Advocacy and Support Services

The Family Advocacy and Support Services (FASS) is a free service providing assistance to families with family law matters who have been affected by family violence.

This factsheet explains:

  • What the Family Advocacy and Support Services is
  • Duty lawyer service 
  • Social support service 
  • Where to get help 

This factsheet gives general legal information. It is not legal advice. 

Last reviewed on 31 July 2026.

 

Keywords: Family violence, family law, children, support, community liaison unit, child protection, family violence intervention orders, duty lawyer, safety plan