The 9th National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference

27/08/2025

The Law Council of Australia is excited to announce the release of the full program for the National Access to Justice and Pro Bono Conference, taking place from Wednesday, 29 October to Friday, 31 October at the Grand Hyatt Melbourne. This conference features influential speakers driving change, interactive sessions addressing the sector’s biggest challenges, and pathways to practical solutions you can implement in your work.

This highly anticipated event is a collaboration between the Australian Pro Bono Centre, the Law Council of Australia, and the Law Institute of Victoria, bringing together key professionals from the access to justice and pro bono sectors.

Hear insightful keynote sessions on storytelling as a tool for justice, perspectives on the US social contract crisis, the future of access to justice lawyering and First Nations people and the legal system.

Critical topics include:

• How stories can dismantle harmful structures, challenge the status quo and provide new pathways toward justice grounded in collective memory and wisdom
• The peculiarities and tragedies of the US and their implications for civic engagement in Australia
• How digital innovation is reshaping service delivery
• Emerging workforce wellbeing strategies, collaborative wraparound services and novel impact lawyering models
• Actionable strategies for realising First Nations rights and driving justice reform

Don’t miss the chance to engage with colleagues across the access to justice and pro bono sector, participate in meaningful discussions on 'Transforming Systems, Empowering Communities' and share insights to enhance legal services to support society’s most vulnerable.

Register now to take advantage of the early bird and concession rates available for those working in legal assistance.