Family Lawyer

1 week ago

Cairns, Queensland, Australia Legal Aid Queensland Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following:

  • Representing clients in the Children's Court of Queensland pursuant to the Meriba Omasker Kaziw Kazipa Act (2020)
  • Represent clients, including preparing matters, instructing counsel and personally appearing as an advocate in family law, domestic and family violence, child protection and related matters.
  • Provide duty lawyer services, legal information, advice and referrals.
  • If a member of the Independent Children's Lawyer and Separate Representative panels, you may act in the child's best interest in family law and child protection matters.
  • Help and guide team members and other Legal Aid Queensland staff with enquiries about family law and related matters.
  • Deliver outcomes through self-management and with minimal supervision and guidance from senior legal practitioners as required.
  • Collaborate on submissions which support Legal Aid Queensland's contributions to policy, procedure, law reform and legal service delivery initiatives.
  • Help maintain networks with relevant external stakeholders and support the development and delivery of legal training and information sessions.

You will have:

  • You have knowledge and experience in independently preparing, representing and advocating in family law, domestic and family violence, child protection and related matters.
  • You have knowledge of the practice and procedure of the relevant areas of law and ethical standards.
  • You communicate in a clear, concise and articulate manner and engage effectively with stakeholders including clients with complex needs using the principles of trauma informed practice.

What we offer you

  • 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
  • Generous salary packaging
  • 12.75% employer super contributions
  • Flexible working hours
  • Study leave for approved work-related courses.
  • Locality Allowance

If this opportunity sounds right for you, see the full position description below for how to apply now for your chance to make a positive impact and work for a supportive organisation that makes a difference.

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