Family Lawyer

6 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

An outstanding opportunity for a legal professional to thrive in a role that is challenging, complex, and rewarding. You will work on crucial client matters involving family law, domestic and family violence, child protection, and related cases. As a lawyer in our Family Law Services team, you'll advocate for our clients, deliver essential legal services, and contribute to meaningful law reforms and policy development.

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 Lawyer in the Family Law Services team, you will play a critical role in representing clients in family law, domestic and family violence, child protection, and other related matters. This includes preparing cases, personally advocating in court, and instructing counsel as required. You will provide duty lawyer services, along with legal advice, referrals, and information tailored to the needs of vulnerable and disadvantaged clients. If appointed as an Independent Children's Lawyer or Separate Representative, you will act in the best interests of children in family law and child protection matters. Additionally, you will contribute to policy development, law reform, and the delivery of legal training sessions while collaborating with clients, colleagues, and external stakeholders using trauma-informed principles. All work will align with Legal Aid Queensland's quality and case management standards, reflecting our core values of respect, quality, and accountability.

About You
The successful applicant will:

  • Possess strong knowledge of family law, violence prevention advocacy, child protection, and counselling notes privilege cases.
  • Have the ability to independently prepare and advocate in complex legal matters.
  • Be familiar with the practice and procedures of the relevant areas of law, including ethical standards.
  • Communicate effectively with clients who may have complex needs using principles of trauma-informed practice.
  • Have excellent interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships with colleagues, clients, and external stakeholders.
  • Demonstrate a commitment to professional growth, quality service delivery, and continuous improvement.

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:

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