Pro Bono Program
We believe that it is imperative for us to contribute to the disadvantaged in the community in Australia and overseas.
The most useful contribution that we can make is to use our knowledge and expertise to assist people and organisations which could not otherwise access legal services.
Through our pro bono program, we provide legal assistance free of charge for:
- People who are disadvantaged or marginalised
- Organisations which assist prople who are disadvantaged or marginalised.
We act for individuals and not-for-profit organisations in a wide range of matters. Our work includes providing legal opinions and advice, drafting contracts and other documents, research, negotiation and assist in litigation.
Our particular focus is on issues affecting:
- People and organisations in rural areas and organisations suporting NGOs overseas
- People with intellectual disability or mental illness and their carers
- Indigenous Australians
We work closely with community-based lawyers and with our not-for-profit clients, to understand the legal needs of people in our community and to identify clients who may benefit from our services.
We make a contribution to:
- Helporphansnow www.helporphansnow.org.au
- www.abc.net.au/7.30/content/2005/s1280037.htm
- indigenous Australians in Dubbo
- community legal services in Parramatta