• Salary range $90,692- $134,458pa (plus superannuation and leave loading)
• Ongoing full-time role
• On-site supervision, flexible work options
• Domestic Violence Unit, Family Law

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, helping people navigate the legal system with confidence and fairness.

DO YOU NEED HELP TO APPLY?

If you have questions about the role, you can reach out to Jane Corcoran, Senior Solicitor, at jane.corcoran@legalaid.nsw.gov.au or (02) 6650 6030.
If you are an Australian Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and are thinking about applying, you can contact Legal Aid NSW Aboriginal Services Branch to arrange a confidential conversation about any questions you may have.
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ABOUT THE ROLE

You are responsible for providing a high quality, trauma informed advice, minor assistance, duty and casework service to socially and economically disadvantaged clients who have experienced family and domestic violence. This role conducts an effective legal practice, working within an interdisciplinary team to meet the legal and non-legal needs of clients who have experienced family and domestic violence. This role is required to comply with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policies and practice management standards and undertake all related administrative and case management activities.
Flexible work arrangements are available, with a mix of office, court, and work-from-home days based on operational needs.

THE ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS ROLE

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)
• have the 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.