Caitlin Bell is a Paralegal working in the Cancer Council’s Pro Bono Program. Caitlin assists with the smooth operation of the program, helping people affected by cancer to access free legal, financial, small business accounting and workplace assistance where they cannot afford the cost of this advice.
Caitlin finished her postgraduate Juris Doctor Law degree in 2020 with a specialisation in Social Justice, having previously completed an undergraduate Education degree. Caitlin is passionate about ensuring all vulnerable and disadvantaged individuals have access to justice and utilising her skills and education to benefit the lives of others.
We are grateful to partner with generous organisations across the country, who change the lives of people like Linda.
We speak to Pro Bono volunteer David Freedman about volunteering and what inspires him to help those affected by cancer.
When the pandemic hit, the firm were worried their pro bono services would take a hit.
The program opened their eyes to the challenges faced by people affected by cancer.
