Sometimes the law and the legal system can get confusing and hard to understand.
You may not know how to resolve your issue, which area of law your legal issue is about, whether you have to go to court and if so, how the court process works.
Legal Aid NSW says seeing a lawyer and getting some legal advice can help you understand your options and give you the confidence to help you resolve your legal issue.
A lawyer can do as much or as little work as you and the lawyer agree.
You can ask them to help you with your case from start to finish, or you can ask them to deal with certain parts of your case.
A lawyer can give you legal advice, which may include:
• reading and explaining documents
• helping you fill in forms
• helping you fill in an application for a grant of legal aid
• giving you an opinion about what you should do, the strength of your case, the likely outcome.
A lawyer can represent you (do work for you and speak on your behalf). This may include:
• writing letters or emails on your behalf
• negotiating with the other party on your behalf
• representing you in court.
Before you see a lawyer, think about what work you want done.
A lawyer should be able to tell you quickly whether they can help you with your case and if they can represent you.
However, they may need some time to work on your particular legal issue or dispute.
Local legal firms that might be able to assist you are:
• Francis Kelly & Grant - 144 End St, Deniliquin, 5881 2066.
• Glowreys - The Riverina Law Firm - 185 Cressy St, Deniliquin, 5881 3766
• Mills Hebbard Moore Solicitors - 135 End St, Deniliquin, 5881 1955.
LawAccess NSW information officers can also provide you with legal information and identify services in your area who can help you. Call 1300 888 529 or use the online chat service at www.legalaid.nsw.gov.au/contact-us.
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