Job Description
We are seeking a seasoned attorney to join our team in Bendigo, Victoria, providing high-quality legal services to clients across the Loddon Campaspe region. The successful candidate will have extensive experience in family law and family violence, including intervention order matters.
The role involves conducting casework, representing clients, and providing legal supervision, mentoring, and training to less experienced attorneys. Additionally, the candidate will work as a duty lawyer in the Bendigo Magistrates' Court and the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, including the Family Advocacy and Support Services (FASS) project.
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Required Skills and Qualifications
* Strong knowledge of family law and family violence with experience in relevant court processes
* Independent children's law experience is welcome
* Ability to develop, supervise, and mentor more junior staff
* Ability to work collaboratively with others and foster a cooperative and supportive team environment
* High-level interpersonal skills, including the ability to form productive professional relationships and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels
* A current Australian practicing certificate which entitles you to practise in Victoria as a government legal practitioner
* Entitled to practise in federal courts and courts exercising federal jurisdiction
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Benefits
* Focus on work-life balance including flexible working arrangements
* Hybrid work from home & office model
* Training and professional development opportunities
* Excellent salary packaging options
* Access to discounted private health insurance
* Relocation allowance if relocating for this role
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About You
If you are an experienced attorney looking to broaden your leadership and mentoring skills while contributing to improving family law services provided to clients, we encourage you to apply.