Lawyer - Family , Legal Aid

This is your opportunity to take on a position delivering high-quality family law services to vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. You will provide specialist services in child support, child protection, domestic violence, social work, dispute resolution and family law matters.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Justice & Legal
Classification PO3
Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City
Job ad reference QLD/535574
Closing date 16-Jan-2024
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration see position description for further information
Contact person Fionna Fairbrother, Principal Lawyer
Contact details (07) 3917 0593
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About Legal Aid Queensland
This is your opportunity to take on a position delivering high-quality family law services to vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. You will provide specialist services in child support, child protection, domestic violence, social work, dispute resolution and family law matters.
This contract is until 1 January 2025, with the possibility of extension or permanency.
What you will do
The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following:

• Representing clients, including all related duties
• Providing duty lawyer services and legal information and advice
• Deliver outcomes through self-management and supervision and guidance from senior legal practitioners

About you: The successful candidate will have:

• Experience in the conduct of family law, domestic and family violence, child protection and related matters
• Proven ability to deal with clients with complex needs in stressful situations
• The ability to present in a clear, concise and articulate manner

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.
Further information
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Documents
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Role Description
Information Package for Applicants