AddressAre you an experienced family lawyer? In this role you will utilise your legal expertise to support vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. This role plays an important role in the state’s justice system, providing specialist services in child support, child protection, domestic violence, social work, dispute resolution and family law matters.
About Legal Aid Queensland
Are you an experienced family lawyer? In this role you will utilise your legal expertise to support vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. This role plays an important role in the state's justice system, providing specialist services in child support, child protection, domestic violence, social work, dispute resolution and family law matters.
This is a temporary contract to 30 June 2025 with the possibility of extension
What you will do
- Representing clients including preparing matters, instructing counsel and personally appearing as an advocate in family law and related matters
- Provide duty lawyer services and legal information advice to clients and the public
- Help and guide staff within the team and Legal Aid Queensland staff state- wide regarding family law matters
About you: The successful candidate will have
- Experience in the conduct of family law and related matters including preparation, representation and advocacy experience
- Knowledge of the practice and procedure of family and related laws
- The ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, contribute to team planning and suggest improvements in work practices
What we can offer you
- 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
- 12.75% employer super contributions
- Generous salary packaging available
- Study leave for approved work-related courses.
Interested?
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.
