Community Lawyer – Family Violence Coordinator
2 days ago
Community Lawyer – Family Violence Coordinator
Barwon Community Legal Service
Belmont, VIC | Full-time | SCHADS Level 6 + Benefits
Are you a passionate lawyer committed to social justice and ready to lead innovative responses to family violence in your community?
We're seeking a Family Violence Coordinating Lawyer to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary team. This is a unique opportunity to lead and shape early intervention legal services and financial safety initiatives for vulnerable families across the Barwon region.
About Us
BCLS is a not-for-profit community legal centre serving the Greater Geelong, Surf Coast, Colac Otway, Queenscliff and Golden Plains regions since 1986. We provide free legal advice, casework, community legal education, and advocacy to promote access to justice and systemic change.
About the Role
As the Family Violence Coordinating Lawyer, you will:
- Lead the Pre-Court Engagement function, supervising lawyers and liaising with Victoria Legal Aid and Victoria Police to resolve matters early.
- Manage the Safe at Home project, supervising a financial counsellor and collaborating with McAuley Community Services for Women, Meli, and WestJustice.
- Provide legal advice, advocacy, and court representation in family violence matters.
- Contribute to community legal education, law reform, and stakeholder engagement.
This role combines direct legal service delivery with strategic leadership in family violence response and financial safety.
What We Offer
- SCHADS Level 6 salary + minimum 3% above award (dependent on experience)
- Five weeks annual leave + 3 bonus leave days over Christmas/New Year
- Salary packaging benefits
- Flexible work arrangements including remote work options
- Supportive, values-driven team environment
Key Selection Criteria
- Admitted as a Barrister and Solicitor in Victoria with eligibility for a current practicing certificate.
- Minimum of 5+ years post-admission experience, with demonstrated expertise across diverse areas of law and a proven ability to support clients through dispute resolution processes.
- Understanding of trauma-informed practice and commitment to social justice principles.
- Previous appearance work in the Magistrates' Court including substantial experience in working with victim survivors of family violence.
- Demonstrated capacity for resourcefulness with an ability to manage competing and complex work priorities
Location
Based at our Belmont office, with outreach across Geelong and Colac.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter (max 2 pages) addressing the key selection criteria via SEEK or Ethical Jobs.
For a confidential discussion, contact us at
For a position description, please visit our website at
Late applications and applications that do not include a cover letter will not be considered.
Please note, only short-listed applicants will be contacted
Please note that the successful applicant may be required to provide a reference from their current employer. This can be done after a conditional offer has been made.
Our organisation is committed to child safety. We have zero tolerance of child abuse.
BCLS is an inclusive employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, members of the LGBTIQ+ and culturally diverse communities are encouraged to apply.
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