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Expert Child Advocate

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Melbourne, Victoria, Australia beBeeAdvocate Full time $101,869 - $118,844
Job Description

The Youth Crime team at Victoria Legal Aid provides expert specialist advice and representation to children and young people charged with criminal offences in the summary and indictable jurisdictions.

As a Senior Lawyer, you will provide legal services to children and young people, with a focus on more complex Youth Crime matters. This includes legal advice, casework, and advocacy in the Children's Court and related jurisdictions.

You'll offer early legal help through duty lawyer services, advice, and referrals. In addition, you will mentor junior lawyers, contribute to legal education and training, and support policy and law reform initiatives to improve outcomes for young people in the justice system.

This role is based at our Melbourne CBD office with travel to outreach locations, Children's Courts, Parkville and Cherry Creek Youth Justice Centres.

About You
  • A current unrestricted Australian practising certificate entitling you to practise in Victoria as a government legal practitioner.
  • Strong advocacy and casework experience in Youth Crime matters.
  • Sound knowledge of relevant law and court procedures; child protection experience is desirable.
  • Ability to support and mentor other legal staff, contributing to training initiatives.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with clients who are vulnerable or have complex needs, including young people with disability, neurodiversity, or mental health issues.
About Victoria Legal Aid

We provide legal representation to those who need it most. With over 1400 staff employed in 16 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice, and education, focusing on prevention and early resolution of legal issues.