We work closely with pro bono lawyers to provide intensive legal representation (including ongoing casework, negotiations, court and tribunal appearances, and advice) to people experiencing or at risk of homelessness across Victoria.
Since 2001, Homeless Law has been outreach-based and client-centred. From 2010, we have added depth to our practice by integrating staff social workers, allowing us to holistically address clients’ legal and non-legal needs under one roof.
In addition to our integrated model of service delivery which focuses on early intervention and preventing legal issues escalating to crisis point, we use the evidence from our direct casework to inform systemic change aimed at stopping homelessness before it starts, and preventing the criminalisation of homelessness.
We challenge and change laws that unfairly impact people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
See our campaign
Read Maggie's story"When you’re not in the right frame of mind, you let the system beat you."
Read Connie's storyA neighbour had been regularly abusing Connie on the basis of her Aboriginality
