Regional Community Lawyer

7 days ago

Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia beBeeCommunity Full time $102,000 - $126,000

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Civil & Criminal Lawyer to join our team in Alice Springs or Tennant Creek, NT. This is a newly created hybrid position that reports to the Senior Management Team and offers a unique opportunity to work across both civil and criminal legal matters.

The role involves providing high-quality legal advice and representation in civil and criminal law matters, including representing clients in courts and tribunals. You will also be working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver wraparound services to vulnerable women in regional and remote areas.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Providing legal advice and representation in civil and criminal law matters
  • Representing clients in courts and tribunals, including as a duty lawyer
  • Delivering legal support to criminalised women, particularly those impacted by Domestic and Family Violence (DFV)
  • Working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver wraparound services
  • Undertaking outreach travel to bush courts and remote communities
  • Assisting with logistics and delivery of community legal education and outreach events
  • Supporting and contributing to law reform, advocacy and community legal education
  • Participating in stakeholder and community engagement

About You:

To qualify for this role, you will need to hold a Bachelor of Laws and be eligible for a Practising Certificate in the Northern Territory. Experience in civil or criminal law is essential, and an understanding of DFV and trauma-informed practice will be highly regarded.

Requirements:

  • Experience working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) and/or First Nations backgrounds
  • Knowledge of general civil law matters, particularly Domestic and Family Violence
  • Prior experience in Community Legal Centres and familiarity with the CLASS database
  • Strong understanding of legal, economic, and social issues affecting women in Central Australia
  • Confidence working independently and collaboratively in a small, cross-functional team
  • A commitment to professional ethics, confidentiality, WHS awareness, and compliance with policies
  • Strong communication, time management, and legal file management skills

Benefits:

This is a full-time position offering a competitive salary, 12% Super, six weeks' annual leave, and generous salary packaging. Paid professional development and upskilling opportunities will be available.

Others:

This role requires empathy, resilience, and a deep commitment to empowering women to live safely, free from violence and discrimination. If you are passionate about making a real difference in regional communities, we encourage you to apply.

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