About Us

Bridging gaps in legal services and promoting justice through inclusive tailored support

An innovative and inclusive Not-for-Profit organisation in Victoria, Australia, bridging the gap between legal professionals and the community.

Our Mission

Welcome to Holistic Legal, a non-profit online organisation dedicated to helping Victorians navigate everyday legal challenges affordably. We are your ally in making legal assistance more accessible and less costly.

We are committed to meeting individual legal needs and contributing to the professional and personal development of legal professionals through tailored CPD, educational podcasts, and workshops. Our purpose is to make justice more accessible and to promote Indigenous Australian culture.

Acknowledgment of Country

Holistic Legal acknowledges Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and recognises the continuing connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and to Elders past and present.

Our Values

The principles that guide everything we do

Justice for All

We believe legal assistance should be accessible regardless of financial circumstances.

Cultural Sensitivity

We honor and respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and provide culturally appropriate services.

Community Focus

We work closely with communities to understand and address their specific legal needs.

Education First

We empower people through legal education and resources to prevent disputes and promote understanding.

Our Leadership

Experienced professionals leading our mission

AM
Anai Machado
Founder & Legal Director
ME
Matthew Everard
Director
MJ
Manuel Jesus
Director
MDF
Marcelo De Faria
Company Secretary
SK
Stacey Korp
Indigenous Advisor
RW
Ralph Weng
Lawyer
GP
Georgina Pagnanini
Legal Advisor
DL
Dave Lovelock
Lawyer

Join Our Team

We're always looking for passionate individuals to join our mission of making justice accessible to all Victorians. Whether you're a legal professional, student, or community member, there are many ways to get involved.

Application

Ready to make a difference? Submit your application with your resume and we'll be in touch about opportunities that match your skills and interests.

Apply Now

Legal Professionals

Provide pro bono legal assistance and mentorship

Students

Gain practical experience while helping the community

Community Members

Support admin, outreach, and educational programs

Partnership with Deakin University

We're proud to partner with Deakin University's Law School to provide valuable learning opportunities for law students while expanding our capacity to serve the community. This partnership enables students to gain practical experience while contributing to our mission of accessible justice.

Student Placements

Community Outreach

Legal Education

What Our Clients Say

Real experiences from Victorians we've helped

"Holistic Legal helped me navigate a complex tenancy dispute in Melbourne. Their free consultation gave me the confidence to understand my rights. Highly recommend their community legal services."

- Sarah M., Melbourne

Tenancy Dispute

"As a non-profit organization themselves, they truly understand the challenges faced by everyday Victorians. The employment law advice I received was invaluable and completely affordable."

- James T., Geelong

Employment Rights

"The culturally sensitive support I received for my family law matter made all the difference. They respect Aboriginal culture and provided trauma-informed care throughout the process."

- Linda K., Ballarat

Family Law

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you need legal assistance or want to support our mission, we're here to help.