The Salvation Army has launched a high-end commercial law firm to raise money for a humanitarian service that provides legal advice and representation to people in need.
In a world first for the charity, Salvos Legal has a unique business model that allows it to operate independently of donations and is the only law firm of its type in Australia.
"Salvos Legal's commercial operations run parallel to its humanitarian arm, with the profits from property and transactional services funding the employment of specialist lawyers who offer free representation to society's most disadvantaged" said Managing Partner and founder of Salvos Legal, Luke Geary.
"Humanitarian services offered include criminal law, family and children's law, welfare, debt, housing and refugee and immigration law. Currently five firms are operational in Sydney at Surry Hills, Miranda, Auburn, Campsie and Parramatta, with another at Canterbury opening soon.
"We encourage companies or individuals looking for first class legal services at a market competitive rate to consider Salvos Legal, knowing that the fees paid are used to help those less fortunate, in times of crisis" said Geary.
The NSW Attorney General and Minister for Justice, Greg Smith, officially launched the new service at a ceremony at NSW Parliament house earlier this week.
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Salvos launches commercial law firm to raise funds
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Monday, 8 August 2011, 5:17 (EST)
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