Senior Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $104,000 - $156,000 per year

About Legal Aid Queensland

Legal Aid Queensland's vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.

We embrace diversity, flexibility, learning and continuous improvement to deliver quality legal services. The work is challenging but rewarding - and that is why staff wellbeing and work/life balance are a top priority for us.

About the role

As a Senior Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner with Legal Aid Queensland, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping innovative dispute resolution initiatives that make a real difference in the lives of disadvantaged Queenslanders. You'll lead by example, mentoring and coaching a dedicated team of practitioners while conducting family dispute resolution conferences and arbitrations. Your expertise will help resolve complex parenting and property settlement disputes in line with legislative requirements.

In this role, you'll collaborate with key stakeholders, both internally and externally, to drive continuous improvement in service delivery. You'll also have the opportunity to represent Legal Aid Queensland in forums, contribute to policy and law reform, and support the professional development of your colleagues. This is your chance to combine your legal expertise, leadership skills, and passion for social justice in a dynamic and rewarding environment.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will:

Be admitted or eligible for immediate admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland, with a current practising certificate.

Be an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner or eligible for registration.

Have experience in family law, particularly in parenting and property settlement disputes, as well as knowledge of domestic and family violence and child protection matters.

Demonstrate strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills, with a trauma-informed approach.

Be flexible and adaptable, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a challenging environment.

Find out more about the role and how to apply in the attached role description.

As a member of the Legal Aid Queensland Community, you will receive:

A 36.25 hour working week (full time hours)

Generous salary packaging

Employer super contributions of 12.75%

Flexible working hours

Study leave for approved work-related courses.

Find out more about working in Legal Aid Queensland here: work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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