The Defence and Veterans Legal Service (DAVLS) is a free national service that provides independent information and legal advice to support Australian Defence Force personnel and veterans to safely share their experiences with the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Suicide.

DAVLS is funded by the Australian Government through National Legal Aid and is assisted by the Legal Services Commission of South Australia.

The service is independent and separate from the Royal Commission, the Department of Defence, and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs.

DAVLS has staff across Australia who deliver a trauma-informed, culturally safe and accessible service. They can help you understand your legal rights and options for sharing your experiences with the Royal Commission.

DAVLS can also connect you with other services, including counselling, advocacy and other legal support not related to the Royal Commission.

If you need an interpreter, DAVLS can arrange one for you for free.

If you are hearing or speech impaired, you can contact DAVLS by calling the National Relay Service on 133 677 or TTY 02 9219 5126.

For free, independent legal support, call the Defence and Veterans Legal Service on 1800 33 1800 or visit defenceveteranslegalservice.org.au.