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Lawyer - Family (Mackay)
Mackay
Are you an experienced family lawyer? In this role you will utilise your legal expertise to support vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. This role plays an important role in the state’s justice system, providing specialist services in child support, child protection, domestic violence, social work, dispute resolution and family law matters.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Justice & Legal |
| Classification | PO4 |
| Workplace Location | Mackay region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/560954 |
| Closing date | 15-May-2024 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Danny Yarrow, Principal Lawyer |
| Contact details | (07) 4889 8602 Access the National Relay Service |
About Legal Aid Queensland
Are you an experienced family lawyer? In this role you will utilise your legal expertise to support vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. This role plays an important role in the state's justice system, providing specialist services in child support, child protection, domestic violence, social work, dispute resolution and family law matters.
What you will do
- Represent clients including preparing matters, instructing counsel and personally appearing as an advocate in family law and related matters
- As necessary, provide duty lawyer services and legal information advice to clients and the public
- Help and guide staff within the team and Legal Aid Queensland staff state- wide regarding family law matters
About you: The successful candidate will have
- Experience in the conduct of family law and related matters
- Knowledge of the practice and procedure of family and related laws
- The ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, contribute to team planning and suggest improvements in work practices
What we can offer you
- 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
- 12.75% employer super contributions
- Generous salary packaging available
- Study leave for approved work-related courses.
Interested?
If this opportunity sounds right for you, see the full position description below for how to apply now for your chance to make a positive impact and work for a supportive organisation that makes a difference.
Further information
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Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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PO4 Lawyer - Family Position Description (Mackay) (PDF, 300KB)
Role Description
LAQ_Employee Benefits (PDF, 498KB)
Information Package for Applicants
