Legal Advisor

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Legal Practitioner to join our team at the Department of Justice. As a Legal Practitioner, you will provide routine legal advice, information, guidance, and support to clients and their support persons regarding family violence matters across Tasmania.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice and support to clients and their support persons
• Make referrals to internal and external services as required
• Represent clients in Court and at conferences
• Liaise with other services relevant to the Safe at Home service system
• Participate in stakeholder meetings and working groups

Essential Requirements:

• Admitted or eligible for admission as a Barrister and Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Tasmania and the relevant Federal courts
• Current Tasmanian Registration Working with Vulnerable People (Registration Status-Employment)

Desirable Requirements:

• Current Motor Vehicle Driver's Licence

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit a Short Form Application, which should include a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills, and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.

Please note that if you submit the details of your referees with your application, the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.

Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.

For more information, please refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' document.