Pro Bono

Making a measurable difference through pro bono and community impact

Pro Bono Summary

More than just a law firm, we’re a community of big thinkers, trail blazers and impactful humans committed to making a difference.

20,400

hours of pro bono legal assistance

92% increase

in hours contributed to pro bono

44 pro bono hours

per FTE lawyer

149 WK volunteers

assisted 806 people via legal clinics

35 law reform projects

ranging from submissions, advice, research, and community education materials, often with multiple outputs

14 secondments

pro bono for community legal centres and human rights organisations

Wotton Kearney named finalist for Pro Bono Program of the Year 2026

Wotton Kearney is proud to be recognised as a finalist for Pro Bono Program of the Year at the Lawyers Weekly Australian Law Awards 2026. Read more here.

The nomination reflects our commitment to expanding access to justice for individuals, communities and organisations facing barriers to legal assistance. It also recognises the dedication of our people, who embody our ‘Impactful Humans’ ethos by using the law to create positive change.

Access to Justice

Clinics

Pro bono clinics delivering legal help across Australia's communities

Refugee Rights

Refugee rights support, protection cases and family reunification

Discrimination

Challenging discrimination through complaints, litigation and systemic change

Climate Justice

Protecting human rights and communities in the fight against climate change

Referrals and Education

Connecting individuals and communities with legal support

Migrant Exploitation and Visas

Strengthening access to justice for migrant workers experiencing underpayment and exploitation

New Zealand | Aotearoa

Supporting refugees and pursuing justice for New Zealand's most vulnerable

Law Reform

Secondments

Secondments driving human rights reform and First Nations truth-telling

Neurotechnology

Exploring the legal and human rights frontiers of neurotechnology

Disinformation

Examining disinformation's human rights risks and Australia's legal response

Human Rights Act

Advocating for a national Human Rights Act and stronger protections

Financial Abuse

Supporting action to protect women from financial abuse and coercion

Universal Periodic Review

Contributing to Australia's UN human rights review alongside 150+ organisations

Wotton Kearney acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands on which we work, and pay our respects to Elders past and present.

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