Support for victims of family violence

Court Support and Liaison Service

The Court Support and Liaison Service (provided by Victim Support Services, Department of Justice) provides free and confidential support to adult and child victims of family violence. It helps male and female victims, of any age or cultural background.

Dedicated Court Support Officers are available across the state to help Safe at Home clients with

  • taking out a Family Violence Order
  • varying or extending an existing Order
  • advising on court processes
  • providing updates on progress of a matter through the courts.

They can also help you with matters as they proceed through the courts, including

  • taking you on court tour to explain court layout and facilities and the roles of people in the court
  • accompanying you to court and providing support throughout the court process
  • debriefing after court and discussing the impact of a magistrate/judge’s decisions.
  • follow-up through referral to other services.

Phone: 1300 663 773 (toll free) or
Hobart: (03) 6165 7525
Launceston: (03) 6777 2937
Burnie: (03) 6477 7133

A dedicated Aboriginal Court Support Officer can provide support to Aboriginal adult and child victims of family violence.

Aboriginal Court Support Officer:
Phone: 1300 663 773 (toll free) or (03) 6165 7530
Email: court.support@justice.tas.gov.au

Legal Aid

The Legal Aid Commission of Tasmania has specialist lawyers who can deal with family violence offences and applications, and provide court support services.

Family Violence Counselling and Support Services

Family Violence Counselling and Support Service (provided by the Department of Communities Tasmania) offers professional and specialised services to assist children, young people and adults affected by family violence.

1800Respect

Tasmanian services are listed on 1800RESPECT – 1800 737 732, the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service.

Women's Legal Service Tasmania

Women's Legal Service Tasmania can provide free and confidential legal advice on family and domestic violence matters.