Legal Aid Queensland (LAQ) is committed to delivering quality, cost-effective legal services to financially disadvantaged Queenslanders. Our vision is to lead a fair justice system where everyone can understand and protect their legal rights. We are currently seeking a dedicated Senior Lawyer to join our NDIS Appeals team within Civil Justice Services. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact by assisting vulnerable and disadvantaged clients across Queensland.

Job details

About the role:

As a Senior Lawyer, you will represent clients in administrative law matters, including case preparation, advocacy, and appearances in courts, tribunals, and mediations. You will provide legal advice, task assistance, and information to clients statewide via phone, videoconference, and face-to-face. Additionally, you will mentor and supervise legal staff, contribute to policy, and law reform initiatives, collaborate with external stakeholders and community groups to improve service delivery, and develop and maintain case management standards, legal advice guides, and other resources. This role may involve exposure to traumatic material and events.

What we're looking for:

To succeed in this role, you will:

• Possess extensive knowledge and experience in administrative law and civil law intersections.
• Demonstrate strong advocacy, negotiation, and communication skills, including the ability to engage with clients with complex needs using trauma-informed practice principles.
• Exhibit leadership qualities, including mentoring and fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Uphold high standards of ethical practice, governance, and risk management.
• This role is not suitable for early career lawyers.

Mandatory requirements

• Admission or eligibility for immediate admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland.
• Eligibility for a current unrestricted practising certificate and entry in the High Court Register of Practitioners.
• Disclosure of any banning orders under s73ZN of the NDIS Act 2013 (if applicable).

Why join us?

As a member of the Legal Aid Queensland Community, you will receive:

• A 36.25 hour working week (full time hours)
• Generous salary packaging
• Employer super contributions of 12.75%
• Flexible working hours
• Study leave for approved work-related courses

Find out more about working in Legal Aid Queensland here: https://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/About-us/Careers

How to apply:

Submit your application online via Smartjobs by providing:

• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how you meet the success criteria, in line with the key responsibilities.
• Your resume/CV.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Position description - PO5 Senior Lawyer (NDIS) (PDF, 177KB)
  Role Description
  
  LAQ Information Kit for Applicants (PDF, 448KB)
  Application Kit
  
  LAQ Employee Benefits (PDF, 277KB)
  Application Kit