Solicitor - Child Protection Litigation Office

3 days ago


Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time

THE ROLE
The Solicitor role in the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office is responsible for providing legal advice, support and representation in child protection litigation matters in various courts including the Children's Court of Victoria, the Supreme Court of Victoria, and related jurisdictions.
You will work predominantly with one of the legal teams in Statewide CPLO, and will travel to various Children's Court locations and Child Protection Offices. Interstate travel to support the department and its clients may be required.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Provide well-reasoned legal advice, briefings and correspondence.
- Collaborate with departmental colleagues to deliver client focused legal services.
- Appear or instruct in litigation involving the department in a wide range of courts and tribunals.

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VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS POLICY
The department may require its employees to be fully vaccinated against preventable diseases such as the current coronavirus (COVID-19). The department's COVID-19 Vaccination requirements policy(Word) outlines the requirements for existing employees, other workplace participants and prospective employees. Please read in full prior to applying.
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