Lauren Stefanou

Lauren Stefanou currently serves as the Principal Solicitor for Justice Projects, Policy & Practice at the Aboriginal Legal Service, focusing on policy development, advocacy, and strategic law reform. Lauren's extensive legal experience includes establishing key initiatives like the ALS Fines Clinic, the ALS Mental Health Advocacy & Referral Service, and leading systemic advocacy for unfair Covid-19 fines. Prior roles include serving as a Managing Solicitor, Solicitor in Criminal Law Practice, and District Court Judge’s Associate. Lauren is also a Teaching Fellow at UNSW’s Faculty of Law & Justice and has a background in creative and project roles within media, including positions at the ABC and Seven Network. Educational qualifications include a Juris Doctor from UNSW and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from The Australian National University.