Support to key local and international charity groups
Helpline for victims of domestic violence and elder abuse
As the charitable arm of the firm, HHG Giving Back is our commitment to the community. Over the last twenty years there have been significant and unprecedented cuts to Legal Aid funding, placing vulnerable individuals further at risk. To lessen this gap, HHG Giving Back provides free legal assistance clinics and not-for-profit sponsorships, ensuring that help is accessible to those in need.
Charity Support
Despite their immeasurable contribution to the community, not-for-profit organisations across Western Australian are struggling to keep their doors open. Since 2015, we’ve been fighting against this trend, delivering $450,000 of financial and pro-bono assistance to three key charities.
We are currently supporting:
Fresh Start Recovery Program (started by Dr George O’Neil to treat drug addiction).
Hagar Australia (a specialist aftercare agency that works with women and children who have survived extreme abuse or trafficking).
Path of Hope (an organization providing assistance and resources to women vulnerable to, or currently experiencing, domestic violence).
Free Legal Assistance Clinics
Our free legal assistance clinics are open to all, no matter how simple or complex the advice required is. Short, sharp and free of charge, these appointments are run by award-winning lawyers.
Through these clinics, we can provide legal aid and information on the following:
Explaining Court procedures;
Explaining alternatives to Court;
Interpreting legal documents;
Assisting in writing brief letters;
Referring you to external organisations or individuals who may assist your circumstances;
General advice.
Our free legal assistance clinics are open every Wednesday between 4pm – 5pm. Call 1800 609 945 or click the button below to book your 15 minute appointment at any of our locations.
Email Hotline for Victims of Domestic Violence and Elder Abuse
HHG Giving Back has also set up an email helpline for victims of domestic violence and another worsening community problem – elder abuse. Click the button below to contact us confidentially – it’s anyone who needs generic information about their options and when they should contact the Police. Incoming emails are monitored personally by Executive Chairman and Family Law Specialist, Simon Creek.
“It is unacceptable that community legal funding is being cut just when reports of domestic violence are at higher levels than ever before. On average, one woman is killed every week in Australia from domestic violence. Law firms have an opportunity to help close the gap left by reduced funding.” Executive Chairman and Family Law Specialist, Simon Creek.
In addition to our charitable giving through our major HHG Giving Back initiatives, HHG Legal Group is also committed to supporting the community through community sponsorships and active memberships with important community organisations, facilitating an active and involved culture of giving that makes a difference to the people of WA. We currently or have previously sponsored, and supported, a large number of business associations and community groups across the state including the following::
Business News 40 Under 40 Awards – Simon Creek is a former winner and past judge;
Business News Rising Stars Awards – HHG Legal Group is a former winner and Murray Thornhill a current judge
Fresh Start Black Tie Dinner;
HHG Charity Cocktail Party;
Mount Barker Community College;
Mount Barker Golf Club;
Mount Barker Junior Football Club;
Mount Barker Probus;
Mount Barker Wine Producers – Grapes and Gallops Festival;
Mount Barker Youth Care;
Narpanup Ladies Golf;
Qantas Wine Show;
Railways Cricket Team (Albany);
“Taste of the True North” at Linton and Kaye Contemporary Gallery;
The Law Society, Young Lawyers Quiz Night; and
Vintage Blues and Jazz Festival at Wignalls Winery.
*This information serves as a general guide and does not constitute legal advice. It is based on our research and experience at the time of publication. Please consult our knowledgeable legal team for any specific inquiries or advice relevant to your circumstances, as the content may not have been updated subsequently.
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The way you represented us, your professionalism, and support was excellent. I was really impressed with the way you spoke to the judge about the accident details and how you turned the case around. We understand both parties were at fault, but without having you in our corner the result would have been a lot different. It was a very stressful situation for us both, and the support you gave us is something we will remember. Thank you so very much.
DAVID
Dianne has been an incredible help through my separation and I really appreciate all the work she has done, her approach to it all and her high level of knowledge.
A.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your help and expertise in helping me out on my situation. You all have been very professional and easy to talk to, putting my mind at rest. I can’t recommend you and your services enough. Thank you HHG.
Anonymous.
We are delighted and more than satisfied with the service provided by Aimee at HHG Mandurah.
Ours was a complex estate transaction that I was a little nervous about. I needn’t have worried. Aimee explained the complexities of the process with great clarity with the fee structures being totally transparent and clearly itemised. I will be forever grateful to Aimee and the HHG staff for their professionalism and competence.
We could rest easy knowing we were in safe hands.
Grant.
Thank you so so very much from the bottom of our hearts for all that you and your team have done Aimee.
Can’t say I am not relieved to not see an email from you but I will be in touch soon to sort our wills out. Lesson learned on that part!
Kerrilee.
Thank you so much for all you have done to assist us through this very complex journey, Aimee.
You made this process so much easier for us to navigate, especially with all of the really complicated legal requirements. You genuinely took some pressure off us when life was happening around us.
Candice.
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