Statewide Talent Pool for opportunities across metropolitan and regional NSW. Legal Officer Grade IV, salary range $144,058 – 146,831 pa plus superannuation and leave loading.
Step into leadership and make a real impact for clients facing socio-economic disadvantages.
About Us
Legal Aid NSW delivers accessible legal services across criminal, family and civil law. We provide advice, court representation, and family dispute resolution through 28 offices and phone-based support.
Office locations can be viewed below: Sydney Metropolitan - Bankstown, Blacktown, Burwood, Campbelltown, Central Sydney (Head Office), Penrith, Parramatta. Regional - Albury, Broken Hill, Gosford, Coffs Harbour, Dubbo, Newcastle, Lismore, Moree, Port Macquarie, Nowra, Orange, Wollongong, Tamworth, Wagga Wagga.
About The Role
This role offers an exciting opportunity for experienced family lawyers ready to take the next step in their career. You'll play a key part in delivering high-quality legal services to clients facing socioeconomic disadvantage.
Contribute towards the creation of a justice system that delivers fair outcomes for people experiencing disadvantage.
Step into leadership—guiding and supporting your team, contributing to service delivery, and helping shape the direction of the Family Law Division.
About You
We're looking for dynamic and enthusiastic family lawyers who are passionate about family law or care and protection and mentoring, supporting, and developing other lawyers.
Experience in handling complex legal matters, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Adaptable, solution-focused, and confident in identifying issues and delivering practical, tailored outcomes.
Why You Should Join Legal Aid NSW!
We are committed to diversity and inclusion, creating a culturally safe and genuinely inclusive organisation and workplace for everyone.
Access to training, development and mentoring opportunities.
Versatile work arrangements, including working from home and flexible hours.
You Must
Be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW.
Be able to provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before you start work with us.
Be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check.
Hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary vacancies).
How To Apply
You must submit your application online, including your resume (no more than 5 pages) and cover letter (no more than 2 pages), addressing the target questions.
Closing Date: Sunday 12 October 2025 at 11.59pm
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