Investigations Solicitor

1 day ago

Council Of The City Of Sydney, Australia ClearCompany Full time
The Law Society of New South Wales is Australia's largest membership body for solicitors.
It shares co-regulatory duties with the NSW Legal Services Commissioner to ensure professional standards and integrity within the profession.
We are currently looking for a full time permanent Investigations Solicitor to join our Legal Regulation team.
About the team Professional Standards, Legal Regulation Department carries out co-regulatory functions under delegation and overseen by the Office of the Legal Services Commissioner about lawyers in NSW.
The Investigations Team is responsible for carrying out the investigation of complaints about the conduct of lawyers and suitability issues pursuant to Chapters 3 and 5 of the Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) .
Investigations Solicitors within the Investigations Team are responsible for carrying out the Department's statutory functions under the Uniform Law.
What you'll be doing Conducting investigations of complaints about lawyers expeditiously under Chapter 5 and in a fair and impartial manner in accordance with the Uniform Law.
Examining suitability issues relating to a lawyer's fitness to hold a practising certificate under Chapter 3 of the Uniform Law.
Review and analyse trust investigation reports and make considered recommendations to the Director, Legal Regulation, and to the Council of the Law Society of NSW.
Active case management of a mix of complex matters, including complaints, suitability issues and trust investigation matters.
Identify key conduct issues arising from these matters, critically analyse the material provided and consider what further evidence is required to complete the investigation.
Examination of evidence, drafting of relevant statutory notices, conducting relevant legal research, report and make recommendations on complaints to the Professional Conduct Committee in a timely manner.
Compliance with statutory requirements under the Uniform Law.
Draft succinct and well-researched memoranda to Council about suitability issues.
Liaison with complainants, solicitors, Professional Conduct Committee, Council, NSW Legal Services Commissioner and other relevant stakeholders.
Contribute to the policy and educational goals of the Department including legislative and legal development.
Contribute to the maintenance of high ethical standards and practice excellence within the legal profession through active involvement in the Department's goals, including legislative and legal development.
About you Admission to the Roll of Lawyers and holding or eligible to hold a practising certificate.
At least 5 years of Post Qualifications Experience.
Previous investigatory, regulatory or administrative law experience is desirable.
Sound knowledge of Legal Profession Uniform Law (NSW) and related legislation and regulations.
Good grasp of solicitor's trust accounting practice.
Proven ability to use clear, concise language in correspondence and reports.
Ability to plan and organise self and others to ensure the completion of tasks and to manage and support others to succeed in their roles.
Ability to plan and organise self to ensure the timely completion of tasks.
Ability to structure, engage and present information clearly.
Demonstrated ability with regard to computer skills, including word processing capabilities, proficiency with e-mail and internet applications and data base applications and experience using Microsoft Office.
Demonstrates willingness and determination to set clear goals.
Regulates own behaviour, comprehends organisational structure and culture and acts appropriately in the execution of duties.
Ability to use information, knowledge and experience to analyse and form considered judgements.
Behaves in an honest and trustworthy manner, treats others fairly and is open about one's own misjudgements and any conflicts of interest which may be present.
Displays a commitment to quality client service, values the supplying of accurate and timely information and relates to people from diverse backgrounds.
To apply The Law Society of New South Wales is committed to building and maintaining a respectful and inclusive workplace, appointing the best person for the role and supporting diversity.
Applications should contain a CV and cover letter that outlines your key experience and motivations for this role.
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