George Newhouse
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George Newhouse

George Newhouse

CEO National Justice Project

location
Ultimo, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 951..
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About George

George's esteemed career is characterised by his unwavering commitment to social justice in Australia. Over the past twenty years, he has been at the forefront of some landmark cases, particularly in the realms of refugee rights and First Nations justice. His extensive portfolio not only highlights his dedication to advocacy and campaigning but also underscores his impactful contributions to these critical areas of law. As the CEO of our organisation, George offers strategic leadership that is informed by his vast experience and deep understanding of the intricate legal landscapes associated with social justice. His visionary approach ensures that our firm remains at the cutting edge of legal advocacy, continually pushing the boundaries to achieve equitable outcomes for our clients. George's leadership is not just about guiding our firm's cases, but also about inspiring a culture of justice and empathy within our team and the broader community.

Practice Areas

Immigration Law

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Experience

Co-Founder
Co-Founder
Tech4Justice
Dec 2019 - Present · 5 years 7 months
Director
Director
National Justice Project
Dec 2015 - Present · 9 years 7 months
Special Counsel
Special Counsel
Shine Lawyers Ltd
Sep 2011 - Apr 2016 · 4 years 7 months
Legal Counsel
Legal Counsel
Online Reputation Management
Mar 2011 - Present · 14 years 4 months
Director
Director
Australian Women Chamber of Commerce
Dec 2010 - Dec 2010 · 0 months
Advisor
Advisor
Adrian Lam Foundation
Dec 2008 - Present · 16 years 7 months
Corporate Counsel
Corporate Counsel
Surry Partners Lawyers
Apr 2008 - Dec 2011 · 3 years 8 months
Director
Director
Australian Indigenous Chamber of Commerce
Dec 2007 - Dec 2011 · 4 years
Director
Director
The Stolen Generations Testimonies Foundation
Dec 2006 - Present · 18 years 7 months
Member of the Advisory Board
Member of the Advisory Board
The Alex Buzo Company
Dec 2006 - Dec 2009 · 3 years
Board Member
Board Member
NSW Architects Registration Board
Dec 2003 - Dec 2004 · 1 year
In House Legal Counsel
In House Legal Counsel
Marsim Corporation
Dec 1999 - Dec 2005 · 6 years
Partner
Partner
KNPW Lawyers
Dec 1992 - Dec 1998 · 6 years
Solicitor
Solicitor
Clifford Chance
Dec 1988 - Dec 1989 · 1 year
Manager, Treasury Planning & Development
Manager, Treasury Planning & Development
J.P. Morgan
Dec 1986 - Dec 1987 · 1 year

Education

B.Com LL.B
B.Com LL.B
UNSW
1970
Law
Law
Macquarie University
2016
B.Com, Accounting and Financial Systems
B.Com, Accounting and Financial Systems
UNSW
1986 - 1988
Finance, Morgan Finance Programme
Finance, Morgan Finance Programme
JP Morgan
1986 - 1988

Contact Information

Ultimo, NSW

LocationUltimo, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 951..

Practice Certificate

Name
George Benjamin Newhouse
Date of Admission
1990
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
CITY OF SYDNEY
CheckLast checked: 1 Jan 2025
Checked with the The Law Society of NSW

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