About George
George Newhouse is the principal solicitor of Centennial Lawyers, renowned for his dedication to social justice. With a particular focus on advocating for the rights of the mentally ill, LGBTI Australians, refugees, prisoners, asylum seekers, youth detainees, and First Nations Peoples, George has established himself as a formidable force in law. His expertise extends to defamation, privacy, reputation management, negligence, and property and planning law. As an Adjunct Professor at Macquarie University, he imparts his legal knowledge to students and contributes as the chapter editor of Thomson Reuters The Laws of Australia.
George is the Co-Founder of initiatives such as HearMeOutAi and Tech4Justice, showcasing his commitment to integrating technology with justice. As Director of the National Justice Project, he advances human rights through strategic legal action, focusing on systemic injustices. His role as Legal Counsel in Online Reputation Management allows him to address challenges in the evolving digital landscape.
His advisory position with the Adrian Lam Foundation in Papua New Guinea highlights his international influence. George's work with the Stolen Generations Testimonies Foundation preserves vital narratives of Australia’s Stolen Generations Survivors. His tenure at Shine Lawyers Ltd and Surry Partners Lawyers has fortified his reputation in social justice and commercial law respectively.
George's civic contributions include his role as Mayor of Waverley Council and his involvement with the NSW Architects Registration Board. His early career included positions at KNPW Lawyers and Clifford Chance. Educated at UNSW, George holds degrees in Commerce and Law, further complemented by his studies at Macquarie University. His diverse experience underscores his commitment to a fair and equitable justice system.
