Tag: nonfiction

Fighting for Justice – Working at Community Law

Posted on June 15, 2018

In my 6 years working at Community Law Wellington and Hutt Valley (CLWHV), the lawyers I have worked with are anything but the vultures described in pop-culture jokes. They are consistently passionate about fighting injustice, driven to get the best for their clients and motivated to ensure everyone in our community understands their rights. ... Read more »

The Legend of Community Law: A speech by Hannah Northover

Posted on June 15, 2013

Access to our justice system is not equal. For one thing, almost everyone needs professional help to navigate the court system. And professional help costs. If you can afford that help, you will find it easier to access the justice system. Better still, you will be able to choose the navigator - the lawyer - of your choice. We frequently see clients who intend abandoning legal claims or defences because they do not want to - or cannot - meet the high costs of that claim or defence. ... Read more »