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Lawyer (Family)
Brisbane
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Justice & Legal |
| Classification | PO4 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/707253 |
| Closing date | 25-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Anthea Walsh |
| Contact details | anthea.walsh@legalaid.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
About us
Our 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.
About the role
This is an outstanding opportunity for a legal professional to take on a position at Legal Aid Queensland (LAQ) and deliver high-quality family law services to vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. The work undertaken by this role is challenging, complex and rewarding.
As a lawyer, you will represent the interests of legally aided clients and prepare cases in family law, domestic and family violence, counselling notes protect, child protection and related matters.
In this role you will:
- Represent clients, including preparing matters, instructing counsel and personally appearing as an advocate in family law, domestic and family violence, counselling notes protect, child protection and related matters.
- Provide duty lawyer services, legal information, advice and referrals.
- If a member of the Independent Children's Lawyer and Separate Representative panels, you may act in the child's best interest in family law and child protection matters.
- Assist team members and other Legal Aid Queensland staff with enquiries related to family law services.
- Deliver outcomes through self-management and with minimal supervision and guidance from Senior lawyers and Principal lawyers, as required.
- Collaborate on submissions which support Legal Aid Queensland's contributions to policy, procedure, law reform and legal service delivery initiatives.
Working for Legal Aid Queensland
We're committed to looking after you – professionally, financially and socially. Our wide range of benefits allow you to work flexibly and maintain your wellbeing while supporting you to make a positive impact on the lives of Queensland's most disadvantaged people.
We offer:
- 36.25 hour full-time working week
- Flexible working arrangements
- Generous salary packaging - up to $30,000 FBT exempt which includes your taxable income tax and increases your take home pay
- Novated leasing options
- Annual rewards and recognition
- Commitment to cultural safety
- Free confidential counselling sessions for you and your immediate family
See the attached LAQ Employee Benefits to see more benefits.
To apply please provide:
- a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing how you meet the Success criteria (Knowledge, skills and experience), in line with the “Key responsibilities”.
- your resume/CV that details your relevant experience, work history and qualifications; and
- the details of two referees.
Closes 11:59pm, Wednesday 25 November 2026
Further information
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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Applying for a role at Legal Aid Queensland (PDF, 441KB)
Application Kit
LAQ Employee Benefits (PDF, 277KB)
Application Kit
Position Description - PO4 Lawyer (Family) (PDF, 427KB)
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