Family Law Career Opportunity
Established community legal services are seeking a highly skilled Family Lawyer to join their team. With over 70 permanent employees and approximately 200 volunteers, this organization is dedicated to delivering vital legal services to clients experiencing family violence.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will provide advice, advocacy, and representation to clients in family law, domestic violence, and child protection matters. They will work directly on complex and meaningful cases, leading to real impact for women and families.
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 3-5+ years of post-admission experience with a background in family law;
- Demonstrated expertise in managing and supervising teams of professional and administrative staff (for supervising position only);
- Experience in community legal centres will be highly valued;
- Ability to communicate effectively and work sensitively with clients from diverse backgrounds; and
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and well-developed relationship management skills.
Career Benefits
This role offers a supportive and mission-driven workplace where your expertise will make a tangible difference. You will enjoy flexible working arrangements, multiple salary sacrificing options, and two weeks' gifted annual leave at Christmas.