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Senior Lawyer, Child Protection
Brisbane
Are you ready to champion social justice and make a life-changing impact on Queensland's most vulnerable families? Step into a career that truly matters as a Senior Lawyer in Child Protection with Legal Aid Queensland – where your expertise meets purpose!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Justice & Legal |
| Classification | PO5 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/650911 |
| Closing date | 10-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Rebecca Mullins |
| Contact details | 07 3917 0447 Access the National Relay Service |
About Legal Aid Queensland
Legal Aid Queensland's vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.
We embrace diversity, flexibility, learning and continuous improvement to deliver quality legal services. The work is challenging but rewarding - and that is why staff wellbeing and work/life balance are a top priority for us.
About the role
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Lawyer (Child Protection) to join our Family Law Services division. This is an outstanding opportunity to play a lead role in delivering high-quality legal services in family law, domestic and family violence, and child protection matters.
As a senior lawyer, you will not only represent clients but also guide and mentor other legal professionals, contributing to policy development, legal education, and law reform initiatives.
About you
- Expertise: Proven experience in complex family law, child protection, and related areas, with a thorough understanding of ethical and procedural standards.
- Communication: Strong advocacy, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with clients, including those with complex needs, using trauma-informed principles.
- Leadership: A growth mindset with the ability to coach, inspire, and develop others while fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.
- Commitment to Social Justice: A genuine passion for promoting fairness and protecting the rights of vulnerable individuals and families.
Find out more about the role and how to apply in the attached role description.
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
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.
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LAQ Employee Benefits (PDF, 277KB)
Information Package for Applicants
LAQ Information Kit for Applicants (PDF, 448KB)
Information Package for Applicants
Position description - PO5 Senior Lawyer, Child Protection (PDF, 144KB)
Role Description
