On 11 June, a national roundtable at Government House called for urgent, coordinated action on the murder and disappearance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women and children. 

Violet Co stands behind that call.

The Closing Loopholes Review welcomed reform but left one gap open. Victim-survivors of sexual violence outside family contexts still can't access paid leave.

Place your legal skills at the forefront of social change, working to support women, gender diverse, and First Nations peoples. Apply now!

Women’s Agenda names Karen Iles as a ‘Woman to Watch in Australia’s legal sector’ for her recognised success, leadership and advocacy in human rights and employment law.

If you're ready to use your administrative, organisational and people skills to make a tangible impact, we invite you to join our team at Violet Co Legal & Consulting. Applications are being considered on a rolling basis - get yours in quickly!

Violet Co is proudly a for-purpose legal practice and consultancy. Here’s how we contributed to positive social change in 2025.

Violet Co Legal & Consulting represents Mr Adair Lomas, Kardell Lomas’ brother. Mr Lomas has made an application to the QLD Coroner’s Court and QLD Attorney-General for an inquest into his sister’s death.

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand new second office at Level 2, 437 Hunter Street, Newcastle (Awabakal Country)! Thank you to all who came to celebrate with us at our launch event!

Karen Iles joins the advisory board for the Centre for Indigenous People and Work, helping to tackle systemic barriers for First Nations people in employment.

At Violet Co you are able to combine a rewarding case and client load with system-change consulting projects, pro bono practice and law reform advocacy. Applications close 9am AEST, Monday 28 July 2025.

We are proud to have contributed to the Future Weavers’ suite of resources showcasing the Indigenous women across the Kimberley building new futures, grounded in culture, kinship, and Country.

We’re looking for a part-time paralegal to join our growing team, 2 days per week in Sydney! Applications close 9am AEST, 12th May 2025.

Karen Iles joins ABC Radio’s Speaking Out with Larissa Behrendt to discuss her campaign to end violence against First Nations women and children.

Standard Non-Disclosure Agreements, while often beneficial, also cause victim-survivors significant harm in workplace sexual harassment matters.

On International Women’s Day, Violet Co Director & Principal Solicitor, Karen Iles spoke to Angela Priestly & Women’s Agenda for their podcast: ‘Mainstreaming misogyny’ ends today.

We welcome the recommendations, and urge State and Federal government to take action to ensure their tangible, positive impact on the experiences of victim-survivors of rape and sexual violence with the justice process.

Violet Co Director and Principal Solicitor, Karen Iles, has been announced as a finalist for the 2025 Premier’s NSW Woman of Excellence Award.

Thinking through how you prevent workplace sexual harassment? Contemplating negotiations with a Trade Union or employer? Looking for ways to better understand your workforce or resolve conflict? Mediation can have an incredible impact. Here’s how.

Doing Business Our Way: 2024 dates announced for pro bono program (First Nations women in business)

We are looking for a Personal Assistant and Legal Secretary to join our team based in Sydney!

The role is 2.5 days per week working out of our office in Darlinghurst with some flexibility to work remotely.