Resources

This bulletin focuses on RLC's Credit, Debt & Consumer Law Service.

Have you ever been asked to do an unpaid trial shift when you apply for a new job? Most of the time this is not legal. You should be paid for any work you do.

In RLC's experience, international students frequently have a visa issue associated with their legal problem, and fears about their visa status can prevent these students from seeking advice or asserting their rights.

Maria came to Australia from the Philippines when she was 21 years old for an arranged marriage to an Australian man 35 years her senior. When she arrived in Australia, Maria knew no one other than her prospective husband.

This submission, written by RLC’s discrimination solicitor Dr Linda Tucker, draws on RLC's earlier submissions in addressing the terms of this Inquiry.¹ We also thank Ting Lim, a solicitor and volunteer on RLC’s discrimination advice night.

This factsheet looks at some of the main types of alternative forms of credit; what types of alternate finance are available and how to access it.

This factsheet looks at financial counselling and other services for people in financial distress in New South Wales, Australia.

This factsheet looks at the law covering debt collection practices in New South Wales, Australia.

During the holidays, termination of employment remains a sad reality for some. Employees need to be aware of legal remedies available, as well as time limits that may apply. These time limits may be affected by public holidays.

It has been a huge year for RLC. In the midst of an uncertain funding environment, we've established new and enduring partnerships to offer an increasing array of cutting-edge legal services for communities in need.