About Us

Promoting Justice, Culture & Wellbeing

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, to promote well-being and 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 Board

Experienced professionals leading our mission

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Anai Machado
Founder & Legal Director
Principal Solicitor

Anai founded Holistic Legal with a vision to make justice accessible to all Victorians. With extensive experience in family law and community legal services, she leads our mission to bridge the gap between legal professionals and the community.

Expertise:

Family LawCommunity Legal ServicesLegal Education
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Matthew J. Everard
Director
Lawyer & Software Developer

Matthew brings a unique combination of legal expertise and technology skills to our organization. He focuses on innovative approaches to legal service delivery and helps develop our digital resources.

Expertise:

Technology LawContract LawLegal Innovation
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Manuel Jesus
Director
IT Engineer

Manuel oversees our technology infrastructure and digital initiatives. His expertise ensures our online services are accessible, secure, and user-friendly for all community members.

Expertise:

IT InfrastructureDigital SecurityWeb Development
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Priscila Rusa
Company Secretary
Strategy and Risk Analysis

Priscila manages our organizational strategy and risk management processes. Her analytical approach helps ensure we operate efficiently while maintaining our commitment to quality legal services.

Expertise:

Strategic PlanningRisk ManagementOrganizational Development
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Stacey Korp
Board Member
Indigenous Advisor & Fundraising

Stacey leads our Indigenous outreach programs and fundraising initiatives. Her deep understanding of community needs ensures our services are culturally appropriate and accessible.

Expertise:

Indigenous AffairsCommunity EngagementFundraising
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Kristy Cotton
Board Member
Mental Health Professional

Kristy brings valuable mental health expertise to our team, helping us understand the holistic needs of our clients and ensuring our approach considers wellbeing alongside legal outcomes.

Expertise:

Mental HealthClient WellbeingHolistic Care

Our Volunteers

Dedicated individuals supporting our community mission

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Ralph Weng

Volunteer Lawyer

Provides legal assistance and mentorship to clients and law students.

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Jumanna Hassan

Law Graduate

Assists with research, client intake, and community education programs.

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Emiliana Jesus

IT and Admin Support

Supports our technology systems and administrative operations.

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Kailey Brown

Marketing Assistant

Helps with community outreach and educational content creation.

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Georgina Pagnanini

Legal Administrator

Provides administrative support for legal matters and client services.

Interested in volunteering with us? We're always looking for passionate individuals to join our team.

Join Our Volunteer Program

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

Ready to Get Involved?

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