Principal Lawyer

About Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service

Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service (QIFVLS) is an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander controlled, not-for-profit community legal practice that has been standing with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for more than 15 years.

Established in 2009, with offices in eight regions across Queensland.

We specialise in supporting victims experiencing domestic and family violence and sexual assault by delivering a combination of:

• Legal advice, casework and representation in domestic and family violence, family law, child protection, victims' assistance, and related areas.

• Court and tribunal advocacy.

• Wellbeing and case management support, helping clients access housing, safety planning, income support and community services.

• Community legal education and prevention initiatives, working with schools, health services and local organisations to build safer futures.

To further strengthen our support services and respond to growing community needs, we are expanding with our dedicated Case Management Officers and Outreach Engagement Teams across Queensland. Enhancing our ability to provide holistic, wrap-around, culturally safe support by reaching more clients in regional and remote areas—ensuring no one is left behind.

Our team is committed to delivering culturally safe, holistic support to our clients.

Please note, that to perform this role, it is essential that the person who holds the position be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person and is therefore a genuine occupational requirement under section 25, 104 and 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld).

For more information, please visit our website Home - QIFVLS

About the role

We are seeking motivated and passionate Lawyers to join our teams across Queensland in various legal roles, including as Principal Lawyers, managing teams.

As part of our legal team, you will:

• Provide legal advice, casework, and representation in Family Law, Domestic & Family Violence, Child Protection, and Victims Assist Queensland matters
• Advocate for clients across various Courts, Tribunals and Commissions
• Work alongside, mentor and support Paralegals and Family Advocates, helping clients access, understand and navigate complex systems
• Deliver community legal education and strengthen relationships with community organisations, government, and justice groups
• Travel to regional and remote communities to provide essential legal assistance and attend regional and circuit courts
• Strategically manage and develop teams to provide a positive and efficient legal service. (Principal Lawyers)

Our work is delivered in a culturally meaningful and trauma-informed way, ensuring clients feel supported, respected, and empowered throughout their legal journey.

Key responsibilities within our general lawyer roles include:

• Conducting advocacy and casework with a client-focused approach
• Preparing and filing legal documents and evidence within required timeframes
• Managing client files in line with professional standards and risk management practices
• Building trust with clients, stakeholders, and communities through respectful communication
• Promoting QIFVLS by representing the organisation at meetings, forums, and community events

Benefits

Queensland Indigenous Family Violence Legal Service benefits are thoughtfully designed to support your wellbeing, empower your work-life balance, and provide meaningful opportunities for growth and development

• 15% superannuation contributions
• Salary packaging options of up to $15,900 per annum (non-taxable fringe benefits)
• Annual Christmas closure – including 5 paid gifted days from the Board of Directors (Upon successful completion of the probation period)
• Paid Birthday Day Off – our gift to you
• Q Leave – portal long service leave
• Monthly professional supervision
• Queensland Law Society Practising Certificate paid by QIFVLS
• Travel allowance
• 4 weeks annual leave
• 17.5% leave loading
• Bi-annual team building lunches
• Annual wellbeing gift voucher
• Ongoing professional development opportunities, including internal training, external workshops, and conferences
• Opportunities to attend and engage in community events throughout the year
• Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support your wellbeing
• Opportunities to travel to community
• Working with Children (Blue Card) reimbursement
• National Police Check reimbursement
• Uniforms provided

How to Apply

We encourage you to submit a cover letter outlining your experience, suitability, and interest in the role, along with your CV via SEEK. If you have any questions regarding the position, please email

QIFVLS supports Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employment and encourages applications from qualified Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.