Eastern Community Legal Centre provides free legal assistance to people who live, work and study in Melbourne’s east. ECLC actively engages in law reform, and undertakes community development to educate and empower the community.

ECLC has offices in Box Hill, Boronia and Healesville, and outreach locations across Melbourne’s east.

Since 1974, ECLC has assisted thousands of people to understand and access the legal system.

ECLC has a highly professional and passionate team of employed staff and over 100 dedicated volunteers.

ECLC’s Board oversees the development, growth and financial responsibilities of the Centre.

ECLC provides free legal advice and assistance for a broad range of issues, including family violence, neighbourhood disputes, debt and civil matters.

ECLC provides compassionate, culturally sensitive and non-judgmental legal education for organisations and community groups.

ECLC provides Professional Development for paid and volunteer staff on a range of topics.

ECLC partners with volunteers, law firms, community agencies and government bodies to deliver a dynamic range of projects.

ECLC’s policy and law reform work advocates for improvements to the legal system and challenges unfair laws and practices.

Legal issues we can assist with – Interpreters – Cancelling an Appointment – Our Client Charter

ECLC offers free legal advice and some ongoing assistance (casework) for a range of legal matters.

ECLC provides legal advice at outreach locations across Melbourne’s east, by appointment only.

Generalist, specialist and other legal and community services.

Positions vacant: Director – Legal Services/Principal Lawyer (full-time, part-time neg); apply ASAP

Over 100 volunteers dedicate their time and expertise to helping ECLC deliver a range of services to the community.

ECLC is a community-based organisation, with a strong and active membership base. People who live, work or study in ECLC’s catchment area are eligible to apply for membership.

Tax deductible donations may be made using the secure online portal.