Our Impact
Last financial year, LawRight helped…
1,136
Queenslanders to access justice
We connected 129 people who had exhausted all other legal options to pro bono lawyers
We helped 361 people to resolve their everyday legal problems relating to debt, housing and experiences of violence.
We helped 614 people navigating complex court and tribunal proceedings
Who we helped

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We responded to 3,233 enquiries for help by phone, email, and in person and made 2,433 referrals
22,900
hours of pro bono work provided by over 500 dedicated volunteers
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Your pro bono hours increase access to housing, income and legal rights and improve the health and wellbeing of vulnerable people.
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Stories from our clients
Juanita’s Story – Dispute with friends
"Thank you all very much for the long hours spent to help me"
Joanne’s Story – Challenging default judgment
Sued for an accident she didn’t cause, Joan struggled to find legal help.
Roberto’s Story – An unaffordable loan
A $40,000 debt he didn’t understand brought Roberto to court alone
Armando’s story – Life savings scammed
Armando had been scammed out of his life savings, but didn’t have the funds to pursue the……
Joan’s story – Responding to disasters
A flood‑damaged home trapped in a family dispute.
Marie’s Story – Safety in court
Marie was scared the court process would expose her location to her abusive ex
Nick’s Story – Blue Card cancellation
Legal support guided Nick through a complex Blue Card review
Ji-Min’s Story – Blamed for theft
Months of stress were resolved when our Magistrate's Court service helped Ji-Min with her debt.
Leila’s Story – Fired for making a complaint
Leila was fired the day after making a complaint about her employment
Joseph’s Story – Debt threatened bankruptcy
Overwhelmed by personal troubles, Joseph missed deadlines and faced bankruptcy.
Siti’s Story – Restoring confidence for a DV victim-survivor
“Please forward my thanks and gratitude to the [volunteer lawyer]"
Jacqui’s Story – Rebuilding after trauma
Rebuilding her life after childhood trauma, Jacqui's progress was halted by a Blue Card decision
Evie’s Story – Forced to leave without payment or belongings
After fleeing her rental due to stalking, Evie lost her belongings and her rightful payment
Sasha’s Story – Online dating scam
Victim of an online dating scam, Sasha was left with an unpayable debt
Laura’s Story – Private comments lead to defamation
Private Facebook comments dragged Laura into a years long defamation proceedings
Sam and Kat’s Story – An uninhabitable home
A week after settlement, Sam & Kat discovered their home was so termite ridden it was uninhabitable
Irene’s Story – Decades in the legal system
Severe and complex mental health issues impacted Irene's ability to engage in the legal process
Elaine’s Story – Single mum harassed by debt collectors
“I dont know how to say it without tears. My life was a struggle... I had no one to turn to"
Asha’s Story – Hearing threatens homelessness
“LawRight ... went above and beyond in assisting the client to prepare for a daunting QCAT…
Natalie’s Story – Disability discrimination
"The service meant that I was able to get justice within the system"
Gigi’s Story – In debt to a violent ex
“...thank you and your team sincerely for your professionalism and help with resolving this. It is…
B and A’s Story – Defamation mediation
"When I [act as a pro bono mediator], it brings me immense satisfaction, beyond monetary terms"
Tara’s Story – From crisis to capability
Faced with demands from her landlord, teenage Tara had no trusted adults to turn to
BJ’s Story – Victims of Violence
"I am so very grateful to you all for helping put this matter behind me now and moving on with my…
Mary’s Story – Refugee Rights
Mary needed to work to support her child, but could not afford childcare
Aki’s Story – Disability rights
Aki sought our assistance when she was denied access to suitable accommodation.
Sam’s Story – From homelessness to law student
"I am very pleased with the help I got and am very grateful.”
Lana’s Story – Young victims of violence
Young, pregnant and struggling financially, we supported Lana on her precarious but courageous…





























