Where We Work
We offer our services to the whole of the Top End, East Arnhem and Big River regions of the NT. We specialise in delivering our services to people living in remote communities and operate through the bush court system.
Family Law
Our lawyers are experienced in domestic violence matters. We can provide advice and court representation for applying for a Domestic Violence Order.
Domestic Violence
When children are at risk of being removed or have already been removed by Territory Families we can help.
Care and Protection of Children
Do you have to go to court to give evidence? NAAFLS can support clients who need to give evidence in court regarding domestic, family and sexual violence.
Victims of Crime Compensation
Our lawyers are experienced in domestic violence matters. We can provide advice and court representation for applying for a Domestic Violence Order.
Housing
When children are at risk of being removed or have already been removed by Territory Families we can help.
Court Support
Do you have to go to court to give evidence? NAAFLS can support clients who need to give evidence in court regarding domestic, family and sexual violence.
Where We Work
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions? We’ve got answers. Check out this section to learn more about how we work and how we can support you.
What is the North Australian Aboriginal Family Legal Service (NAAFLS)?
NAAFLS is a community legal service that provides free legal advice and support to Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory. It focuses on family law, child protection, domestic violence, and related issues.
Do I have to pay for the service?
NAAFLS is a community legal service that provides free legal advice and support to Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory. It focuses on family law, child protection, domestic violence, and related issues.
Where are NAAFLS offices located?
NAAFLS is a community legal service that provides free legal advice and support to Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory. It focuses on family law, child protection, domestic violence, and related issues.
Does NAAFLS provide non-legal support?
NAAFLS is a community legal service that provides free legal advice and support to Aboriginal people in the Northern Territory. It focuses on family law, child protection, domestic violence, and related issues.
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Eligibility
An intimate partner is someone you were in a romantic relationship with, like a husband, wife, partner, boyfriend or girlfriend. To access the Leaving Violence Program, all of the below eligibility criteria must be met. Please check before referring that the person being referred is:
Are 18 years and over
Lives in Darwin/Palmerston, Big Rivers, West Daly, Tiwi Islands, West and East Arnhem.
Is a victim-survivor of intimate partner violence
Has changed living arrangements in the last 12 weeks due to the violence OR  is planning to change living arrangements due to the violence.
Changed living arrangements means the victim-survivor has moved OR that the person who uses violence has left.
If you are planning to leave and to access support, you will need to complete a safety plan with NAAFLS or another support organisation.
Has not accessed the Escaping Violence Payment or Leaving Violence Program in the last 12 months.
Is experiencing financial stress.
Refer to Us
If you would like NAAFLS to help you, or you are referring someone to NAAFLS on their behalf, click the button to access our referral form and we will get in contact.
Insights and Stories
Showcasing our unique organization as we travel throughout the Top End, East Arnhem and Big Rivers regions offering legal services and community support to over 50 Aboriginal communities
Insights and Stories
Showcasing our unique organization as we travel throughout the Top End, East Arnhem and Big Rivers regions offering legal services and community support to over 50 Aboriginal communities
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