Jump to Share article Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to LinkedIn Email Share link via email Jump to heading Circle Green Community Legal has been named the Not-for-Profit winner at the 2026 Attorney General’s Community Service Law Awards. The award recognises Circle Green’s contribution to community legal work, including our advocacy for housing security and tenancy reform, work to strengthen anti-discrimination laws, and nationally recognised work supporting people seeking protection visas. Attorney General Dr Tony Buti MLA announced the winners at the Law Society of Western Australia’s 2026 Gala Awards Evening on 4 September. Celebrating their 20th anniversary in 2026, the Community Service Law Awards recognise lawyers and legal organisations making an outstanding contribution through pro bono, legal aid, and community legal work. Circle Green was proud to be recognised alongside individuals and organisations making significant contributions to access to justice across Western Australia. We also congratulate our Principal Lawyer – Workplace, Varny Poinern, who was named a finalist in the Individual category, recognising her contribution to community legal work and access to justice. Read the WA Government announcement to learn more about the 2026 award winners. Pictured (L to R): Law Society of WA CEO Kate Wellington, Circle Green Principal Lawyer Varny Poinern, Circle Green Principal Lawyer Alice Pennycott, Attorney General Hon Dr Tony Buti MLA, Circle Green CEO Lorraine Keane, Circle Green Board Chair Melissa De Abreu, Circle Green Board Treasurer Sarah Skrgic, and Department of Justice Director General Kylie Maj.
