Solicitor

Up to $136,760 + super + salary packaging

Full-time, 12 month fixed-term contract

Based in Nowra, with travel as required

About ALS

Join the Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) NSW/ACT – a proud Aboriginal community-controlled organisation that's been standing for justice, rights, and self-determination for over 50 years. ALS provide culturally safe legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across NSW and the ACT.

This is your opportunity to use your legal expertise to create meaningful change for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of family and domestic violence.

The Opportunity

As an
Intermediate Solicitor
within the Family Violence Prevention Unit, you'll deliver culturally appropriate legal advice and representation to clients across family law, care and protection, and civil law matters. You'll work with a passionate, highly skilled team dedicated to breaking cycles of violence and empowering communities.

Your work will include:

• Representing and advising Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients in family, domestic violence, and care & protection matters.
• Appearing in Local Courts for duty lawyer services and managing a busy caseload.
• Supporting early intervention, outreach, and community legal education programs.
• Providing guidance and mentorship to more junior team members.
• Contributing to law reform and policy submissions that shape systemic change.

About You

You're a skilled solicitor who is passionate about social justice and supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. You'll bring:

• 3+ years' post-admission experience
  in family and domestic violence, care & protection, and family law.
• Current NSW Practising Certificate
  (or ability to obtain one immediately).
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal matters and appear in various courts.
• Strong cultural awareness and understanding of the issues facing Aboriginal communities.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to support clients experiencing trauma.
• A willingness to travel to regional and remote locations as needed.

APPLY NOW, or for a confidential conversation, contact Jaimie Nolan, Senior Consultant on or Alan Kinder, Senior Consultant on