Lead Solicitor

6 days ago


City Of Latrobe, Australia Victorian Department Of Families, Fairness & Housing Full time
About the Role

The Victorian Department of Families, Fairness and Housing is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Lead Solicitor - Child Protection to join our team.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide authoritative advice on complex legal and policy issues, including cross-government legal policy considerations.
  • Lead the delivery of high-quality, client-focused, and cost-effective legal services in relation to highly complex and sensitive matters.
  • Appear or instruct in litigation involving highly complex matters for the department in a wide range of courts and tribunals.
Accountabilities
  • Manage a team of solicitors within the Statewide CPLO, providing state-wide legal advice, support, and representation in child protection litigation matters.
  • Play a lead role in the management of staff, providing practical and strategic legal advice, conducting litigation, and instructing and appearing on behalf of the Secretary to the department in various courts.
  • Work closely with Senior Legal Counsel and the Executive team in strategic and operational planning, including long-term planning to improve legal services and client outcomes.
Requirements
  • Australian citizenship, permanent residency, or a valid work permit or visa.
  • Relevant legal qualifications and experience in child protection law.
  • Excellent communication and leadership skills.

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