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The firm's Social Justice Practice challenges the excesses of government and business, and champions the rights of those who are disadvantaged. We believe legal action that supports social justice and human rights contributes to a better society. That’s why we are Australia’s leading social justice and human rights law firm.
Our firm was founded on the belief that the law should serve everyone, not just those who can afford it. We believe in fighting back against unfair treatment and that the betterment of people and their livelihood is our greatest profit. We recognise that there are often people and even organisations who can’t afford the services of a lawyer. In appropriate cases we will provide our services without charge or on a reduced cost basis.
Maurice Blackburn Lawyers – on your side since 1919.
We have led litigation in the public interest on behalf of refugees, workers who have been harassed or underpaid, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and women defending their reproductive rights. We also run litigation that seeks to improve the transparency and accountability of government to support our democracy.
As far back as 1945, the firm worked with the ACTU and won a claim for the 40-hour week. We have worked together with union clients for equal wages for women throughout the 1950s and 60s until the principle of equal pay for equal work became law in 1972.
We are here to help in these areas:
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander justice
We believe Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander rights are worth fighting for, and we will help you seek justice.
Asylum seeker rights
We believe that the Government must be held accountable for the treatment of people who come to our country seeking safety, and we provide legal advice and assistance to refugees and people seeking asylum.
Challenges to corporate and government power
We believe legal action that supports social justice contributes to a better society, and we challenge the excesses of government and business, and fight for people who have suffered.
LGBTI equality
We acknowledge and support the LBGTI community and the battle for equality, and stand committed to ensure that LBGTI Australians are able to challenge discrimination and inequality.
Protecting communities and environments
We have been leading the way in cases of social responsibility for nearly 100 years and continue to fight to protect our communities.
Workers’ rights
We believe Australian's deserve to work in a society that is fair for all, with secure employment and fair working conditions and rights.
Women's rights
We believe women and men are equal, and our work continues to be critical in helping women access their rights and ensure everyone has fair and equitable access to justice regardless of gender.
We are here to make sure you are heard.
Find out where you stand and let us help you understand your human rights.
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We have lawyers who specialise in a range of legal claims who travel to Australian Capital Territory. If you need a lawyer in Canberra or elsewhere in Australian Capital Territory, please call us on 1800 675 346.
We have lawyers who specialise in a range of legal claims who travel to Tasmania. If you need a lawyer in Hobart, Launceston or elsewhere in Tasmania, please call us on 1800 675 346.