Michelle Karim, director of Karim + Nicoll, first started a community fundraiser five years ago to raise money for cancer research after her father was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. I stepped into it. Her fellow director Nadia Karim's reasons are very similar, as she too wants to raise money with her family to support cancer research following her father's diagnosis. she thought.
Over the years since, the pair, along with fellow company director Carey Nichol, have dipped their toes more literally into the water, participating in the Cole Classic event at Sydney's Manly Beach under the banner 'Swimming for Karim'. Participates in fundraising activities such as swimming. This nickname is believed by Michelle Karim to have been coined for Ms Nicol. The fundraiser has become an annual event for the firm, which leads a large team of lawyers and barristers. In March this year, the company will also take part in her Laps for Life, where the team will complete a cumulative 300 kilometer swim.
In 2020, the company raised more than $4,000 for wildfire relief efforts, on top of the $6,000 already set aside for cancer research.
In a conversation with Lawyers Weekly, Michelle Karim said that while the three directors each have individual interests, there are values they are passionate about, such as indigenous rights and mental health. “There are so many causes and issues.” and child protection.
“Supporting different charities and uniting the industry is part of Karim + Nicole’s culture,” she explained.
One of the reasons Karim + Nicole was founded was to “be different and make a difference,” she explained.
“We have offices in Manly on the Central Coast and have recently opened a branch in Byron Bay. We love the beach and being out in nature. Our mission is to support our local community. “We provide pro bono advisory services and are active members of community organizations and local small businesses,” she said.
Mr Karim said the new Byron Bay office will serve clients in northern New South Wales (from Grafton to Tweed Heads), just as the firm aims to serve clients from Sydney and beyond. The company plans to provide high-quality criminal law advice and representation. central coast.
The company's work ultimately ties in well with its philanthropy and community efforts. Our chosen charity this year is ReachOut. “Through our fundraising efforts, we hope to raise awareness and support for young Australians living with mental health problems and help prevent youth suicide,” she said.
Karim says such efforts will be even more necessary in the post-pandemic world, given how the coronavirus era and the ensuing economic downturn have left many in the community “physically and socially isolated”. Thought.
“Local businesses and communities in particular are now more vulnerable than ever. It is critical that we come together and continue to engage with each other and our communities to ensure we can begin the process of recovery together.” ” she said.
Ultimately, Ms Karim declared that “actions speak louder than words” for law firms across Australia.
To achieve this goal, we encourage all attorneys to participate in fundraising events. It starts with Wraps for Life in March, which aims to raise funds and awareness for young people facing mental health challenges.
“We welcome and encourage everyone to participate. We encourage our swimmers to wear and have fun while contributing to a good cause.”
