Who are we?

Women's Legal Service is a specialist community legal centre run by and for women.  
Our service provides free legal information, advice and referrals throughout Queensland. 

We can explain the law and what happens in court on most legal matters and can refer you to other helpful organisations or private solicitors. 

We do not undertake court representation however we will provide you with advice about your legal rights and information about any legal avenues that may be open to you.

Areas of Law We advise On

Family Law

• Separation
• Lives With (Residence/Custody)
• Spends Time With (Contact)
• Specific Issues Orders
• Parenting Plans
• Property Settlement
• Divorce

Child Maintenance/Support

Domestic Violence

• Leaving Home
• Finances
• Protection orders

General Law

Stalking
Rape and Incest
Sexual Harassment
Discrimination
Neighbourhood Disputes
Wills and Estates
Criminal Law

How do I get Advice?

An information line is available and is usually open from 9.30am ‑ 1.00pm weekdays. This line is very busy and we are aware that it can be difficult to get through but please keep trying.

Daytime interviews

Daytime interviews with a solicitor are available however an appointment is necessary. Please note that appointments are usually booked three - four weeks in advance. Unfortunately, no solicitors are available during the day if you drop in without an appointment.

For women outside Brisbane and women who are unable to come to our premises, telephone day appointments can be made. Limited video conferencing appointments are also available for women in South West Queensland. Please contact the day staff for further information.

Advice sessions

Legal advice sessions are held every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6.00pm 8.00pm excluding public holidays. You can telephone or drop in at these times for legal advice. 

All advice is individual and confidential, and no appointment is required. Women are requested to attend or contact the service before 7.00pm. Due to the demand, interviews can be limited to 20 minutes

Where Are We?

Find us at..

387 Ipswich Road;
Annerley, QLD 4103

We are located in a house on the corner of Ipswich Road and Ponsonby Street.

The entrance and parking is via Ponsonby Street.

Main entrance via Ponsonby St	Cnr Ipswich Rd & Ponsonby St

When are we Open?

Evening Advice Sessions:

Telephone or drop in no appointment necessary

Monday Night 6.00 - 8.00 pm
Wednesday Night 6.00 - 8.00 pm
Thursday Night 6.00 -  8.00 pm

Note: Please arrive before 7.00pm.

Daytime Appointments:

Daytime interviews by appointment only.

Please contact daytime staff.

Contact Details

Phone:	(07) 3392 0670
	1800 677 278 (Outside Brisbane)
Address:	387 Ipswich Road (Cnr Ponsonby St), Annerley, Qld.
Fax:	(07) 3392 0658
Mail:	PO Box 119 Annerley QLD 4103
Web:	www.wlsq.org.au
Email:	admin@wlsq.org.au

 

How to get there

Public Transport
These details are liable to change. Please contact the BCC Trans info line 131230 for current bus numbers and timetable details.

Brisbane City Council buses Via lpswich Road
Alight at stop number 17A from the city. You will be opposite the Service. If travelling towards the city alight at stop 17A. A short walk back to the Service is required.

Brisbane City Council buses via Annerley Road
Alight at stop number 21A. This stop is at the opposite end of Ponsonby Street. Short easy walk to the Service.

The closest railway station is Fairfield station.
A 10 - 15 minute walk is required up a hill to reach the service.

Map of our Location