UNSW Law and Justice - Kensington, NSW

Phillip Rapisarda

If only all lawyers or practicing lawyers are like the team here. Patrick was awesome, he helped even though my problem was so complex and not in his field he listened and tried his best to help. Whatever the outcome Patrick (special mentions to Nina) are still helping with my matter. The matter is way too big for their resources but still managed to understand and want to help. I have spoken to bigger law firms who straight out told me my matter was unresolvable. They are Volunteers so they are there on their own time so give them credit. Thank you KLC

Kelly X

Kingsford lawyers have been a beacon of hope to me at a time when my options appeared limited and the likelihood of a satisfactory resolution seemed near impossible”

Victor, Krissy, Jayde, the “family” of Kingsford lawyers were not only able to successfully defend me out of bankruptcy, their calm empathetic demeanour offered me emotional support when I needed it at the most.

They went back to basics and asked me questions I’d never been asked before, they drew out the facts with the upmost of intellect and precision - they pulled it apart like an absolute symphony.

My only regret is not appointing them sooner.

Thank you for helping me rebuild my life - you’re in a league of your own Kingsford Lawyers.

H V

MISS CONDUCT
Have been waiting for weeks, then I got to see solicitor Matthew who was the first to hear about my case, he was in fact very helpful and helped me to write a formal email to my ex employer and said they could help me further depending on the employers replied. Then two weeks later I came back to talk to another solicitor as they say they are all volunteers so I couldn’t keep seeing the same solicitor so this time I have spoken to solicitor Arturo who during the whole meeting was trying to get rid of me, even though I had all evidences on my side, evidences on writing, audio, everything!. Then he said he would try to get some lawyer at Kingsford Legal Center to take my case and I should wait someone from the center to contact me. I tried to call them
As they never contacted me back however they NEVER say anything. Then one week later solicitor Fiona Duane contacted me on March Thursday 19 at 6:44pm with an excuse they wouldn’t be able to help me with my case because they have choose rich ones they can take to help regardless of rights strong evidences. Then I said I wanted a plausible answer, a true answer. She said again because they do not have to help everyone that comes for help and kept on saying they are volunteers. I said I know very well how the system works, I also know you are paid through the government to provide legal services to the community. I asked if it was about money and she then went all quiet over the phone.
Well, people are not stupid, I wonder what sort of “volunteers solicitors” the community is actually getting. If you are truly volunteering for something either you do it or do not do it but keeping giving such as excuses it’s just dirty. What sort of layers are out there proving “the best” service they can?! A Lawyer should fight for human rights, should fight for justice! It looks to you these people have lost they way. Shame on you! I truly hope the new UNSW Lawyers will not end up like you! Stay away from this place don’t waste your energy and time time!
It’s better you to stand up alone and fight for your Rights!

William Bond

Kingsford Legal Centre is a place where you can get legal advice for free. The system works so that the practicing students/lawyers take information on your particular query, and then they work with a full qualified lawyer to give you a response and course of action. I had a smaller legal question and did not have money to book a fully qualified lawyer. They were able to answer all my questions, and provide me with an excellent course of action to follow. I would recommend these guys to anyone who needs legal advice! Excellent system!

Morgan Williams

They told me that I would get a call on a matter I was dealing with in court.
I sat waiting a week for them to call and then they cancelled on the day with an excuse that I didn't fit the requirement even though they said it was ok a week earlier. I'd question the quality you would get with this place. It has cost me important time

jason jaysih

Don't waste your time going to this place. The volunteer lawyers there are inexperienced, won't look at your case thoroghly and will only give advices not to fight and assert your rights so that the other side will win. I will never go to these inexperienced volunteer lawyers again for advices as they don't know what they are doing and will make you lose your case.

Sasha Justice

Shocking law library. Smells near the toilets. Charmingly dated law report volumes, which usually suit a law firm or court library, but here seem to scream 'get me out of here'. Seating limited and nicest near the windows W trees.

Top Aus uni, why on earth is the law library so rubbish?

Susan Furlong

I found the nameless woman I had the misfortune to have to deal with over the phone totally unhelpful and I ended up abandoning my call out of sheer frustration. My expectations were dashed in the first couple of minutes by her manner which was totally impersonal and resembled an interrogation rather than the normal sort of interaction that should have been extended. She emphasised that "they didn't want to waste their time" and she suggested (albeit patronizingly) that she would "guide me." She kept repeating herself as if she was dealing with someone with a comprehension and/or hearing problem and given her attitude, I would have been there for hours if I had have had to provide answers to the same question couched in four different ways because she thought I was stupid! if you are a female and you are older and you have better things to do than being lectured to, go elsewhere. Very disappointed that a highly recommended avenue is not available for advice because the first point of contact is someone heavy-handed and lacking in anything resembling customer service or empathy. Perhaps she should reflect on the fact that it takes more than a piece of paper to be effective. Brickbats for poor performance.