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Marino Moller, Corporate Heros

Date: As seen in The Cairns Post - Wednesday 19th December 2007

Marino Moller Lawyers, local law firm taking Corporate action to support Australia’s Climate Change policy by supporting the Australian Rainforest Foundation.

Charlie Marino, Managing Partner with Marino Moller Lawyers staff, Kerrin Earle (middle), Kelly Reaston (end)Roger Phillips, CEO of Australian Rainforest Foundation has received an early Christmas present. Rather than hold an annual client Christmas party, Marino Moller Lawyers presented the foundation with a cheque for $2500 as part of their commitment to the foundations Hero project. Managing Partner, Charlie Marino, since making the announcement to Marino Moller Lawyers clients and staff, has received tremendous support and congratulations.

“I really believe that we have a responsibility to help strengthen our community and I know our clients support these initiatives” Brett Moller, partner at the firm. Protecting and extending Australia’s rainforest is one of the most important steps we can take in conserving our environment for the long term.

With 5 offices in the Far North, Marino Moller Lawyers position themselves as regional lawyers making a difference. “Being part of the community is more than just providing a legal service – it’s about giving back in many ways. We have supported the ARF for many years including conducting pro-bono work for the non profit organization.”

Brett Moller extended a challenge to other firms in Cairns to support the foundation whether though the Hero2 project or a one off company donation. The Hero2 ‘payroll’ giving program encourages employers and employees to stand side-by-side to make a significant long-term investment in our environment and the planet’s future. Business and employees, like Marino Moller lawyers, can become Hero2s with tax-deductible donations through their payroll.

The Australian Rainforest Foundation is dedicated to education, research and habitat rehabilitation for Australia’s rainforest. Patrons for the foundation include Peter Cosgrove, former chief if the Australian Defence Force.

For more information contact (07) 4051 2000 or www.arf.net.au

5 things our people like about being at Marino Moller

Belinda Lowe, Associate
“I started at Marino Moller as a second year articled clerk a few years ago.
The support and experience is brilliant and I feel like my opinion counts. That’s very important to me.”

Jenny Grant, Office Manager
“I enjoy working with a firm that gives back to the community and offers employees opportunities to grow professionally and personally.
Marino Moller Lawyers are the epitomy of local lawyers supporting the local community – even supporting the Far North Queensland development of futsal and junior cricket.
Improving the quality of life in our communities is a proud tradition in our firm.
Marino Moller Lawyers is dedicated to supporting charitable activities that result in building stronger communities.”

Brett Moller, Partner
“With video link and teleconferencing, it doesn’t matter where my clients are throughout Far North Queensland.
Supporting the rural community is much easier and faster today.
Marino Moller strives to be at the forefront of technological advancements.
Supplying you with the right equipment and software so we can communicate more effectively — that’s our goal.”

Trish Whitby, JP
Legal Assistant
“The best thing about working here is being part of an extremely talented team.
If you don't know something, someone very close by inevitably does and is happy to share their knowledge with you.”

Vicki Barnett,
Conveyancer Commissioner for Declarations
“With the boom in real estate, we see many conveyancers come and go in other firms.
We have a solid team who know their profession and have been here for years.
I love my clients. They even send us flowers!”