SIMON Corbell has launched Canberra Community Law, which was previously known as the Welfare Rights and Legal Centre.

“The name change and the associated new website will modernise the image of the centre and better convey the service’s close connection with the community,” Mr Simon said.

“It was important to recognise the diversity of services on offer. Despite the name change, Canberra Community Law’s underlying identity will remain the same.

“The service remains committed to providing accessible, high-quality legal assistance to the community.

Canberra Community Law provides a range of services including the Disability Discrimination Legal Service, Social Security and Tenancy Service, Street Law, the Night Time Legal Advice Service and the Social Worker Pilot Project.

In addition, Canberra Community Law is strongly committed to providing professional development opportunities for its staff and young lawyers in the ACT.

“Together with the Women’s Legal Centre and the Tenant’s Union, Canberra Community Law forms the basis for a strong community legal centre sector,” Mr Corbell said.

“Last year the three community legal centres relocated to their new premises and wasted no time in strengthening collaboration efforts to ensure Canberrans are provided high quality and client focused services.

“I commend Canberra Community Law for its foresight to seek ways to better target the community, the most vulnerable and their needs.

Mr Corbell also acknowledged the leadership and innovation provided by Canberra Community Law’s Coordinator and Principal Solicitor, Genevieve Bolton, and the vision and direction of its board members.