Legal self-help

Separation can be a very difficult decision. However, once the decision has been made to separate, this factsheet contains practical steps that may help to make separation smoother.

This factsheet outlines the court process following a separation.

The law encourages parents to reach their own agreement in relation to the arrangements made for children after separation.

This factsheet looks at how property is divided when a person separates from their partner or spouse.

This factsheet outlines conduct that falls within the definition of family violence in family law and what you need to tell the court if you have experienced family violence.

This factsheet is to help you understand when you can obtain financial assistance from your spouse or partner after you separate.

This factsheet provides information for international students looking to rent a house or unit in NSW.

This video highlights the story of a financial abuse survivor and details the partnerships underpinning RLC's state-wide service financial abuse service.

The Repair Kit is a legal guide for people living in Public Housing in NSW.

Have you ever been evicted or locked out by your landlord or agent? This may have been in breach of the law. Under a Residential Tenancies Agreement, you can only be evicted by order of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal.