About the role
This role provides high quality advice, minor assistance and casework service to disadvantaged communities.
Conduct an effective legal practice.
Comply with Legal Aid Commission Act, policies and practice management standards and undertake all related administrative and case management activities.
About you
You are a motivated and community-focused professional with a strong desire to contribute meaningfully to the lives of others.
Your ambition is matched by a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
You will be joining a dynamic and collaborative team within a modern, integrated office environment that works cohesively across practice divisions.
Our workplace offers not only professional support but also an enviable lifestyle, with access to excellent local amenities including cafés and beaches.
Your passion, adaptability, and team-oriented mindset will make you a valued member of our organisation.
WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN LEGAL AID NSW!
We are committed to diversity and inclusion
We are committed to creating a culturally safe and genuinely inclusive organisation and workplace for everyone who works and interacts with us.
We strive to be a place where people from diverse backgrounds want to work, where voices and cultures are valued and where people feel valued, welcomed, respected and heard.
We want a workforce that reflects our clients, so we can deliver a service that meets the needs of the community.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds — including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, the LGBTQI+ community, culturally diverse people and other diverse communities.
We acknowledge, support and accommodate the diverse access needs of people with visible and invisible disabilities.
If you need an adjustment to participate in the recruitment process, experiencing issues accessing information on the application form and require this in an alternate format, or you’d like information about what we can do to help you, please contact our team at
Other perks of working with us
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You will have access to training, development and mentoring opportunities.
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We are an accredited Flex Ready and Carers and Employers certified employer and are recognised as leaders in flexible work.
Most of our staff work flexibly — for example, from home some of the time or in a way that helps them balance family and work life
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The essential requirements for this role
You must:
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be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
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be able to provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before you start work with us
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be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
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hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary vacancies)
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Capacity to travel regularly, and to regional and remote areas
The Family Law Division have several roles where it is a statutory obligation for staff to hold a valid Working with Children Check.
You will be required to provide your Working with Children Check details prior to commencement in any role requiring the check.
Required Skill Profession
Lawyers, Judges, And Related Workers
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