Senior Family Dispute Resolution PractitionerWe are looking for an accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) to undertake family dispute resolution practitioner (FDRP) duties, with a focus on property cases.Full time ongoing position (part time applications considered)Salary range: $104,925 - $122,409 plus superUp to $15,900 in salary packaging, flexible hybrid work arrangementAbout the roleThis role is for a skilled accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (FDRP) to undertake family dispute resolution practitioner (FDRP) duties, with a focus on property cases, at VLA's Family Dispute Resolution Service (FDRS).
This includes facilitating conferences, delivering skilled education in family dispute resolution (FDR), and undertaking policy and project activities, primarily to support the delivery of the Property Program at FDRS.This role is based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country.About youA tertiary qualification in law.Accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.Knowledge and skills as an accredited family dispute resolution practitioner, with capacity to facilitate FDR conferences involving lawyers in property, (and some children's) matters with a sound understanding of child-focused and trauma-informed practice.Demonstrated experience managing family violence and other risks for high conflict, complex cases with a solid understanding of barriers faced by separated families from disadvantaged and diverse backgrounds.Experience in facilitating mediation conferences in property cases in family law (highly desirable).
Accreditation under the National Mediator Accreditation System (highly desirable).
Don't meet every requirement?
At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable.
If your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.
You may be just the right candidate.About VLAWe offer legal representation,



family dispute resolution and non-legal advocacy to those who need it most.
With over **** staff employed in 16 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems.Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we.
We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse.
Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.Employee benefitsA focus on work-life balance, including flexibleworking arrangementsHybridwork fromhome& office modelGenerous leave benefits, including:Three days paid seasonal leave (to be taken between Boxing Day and New Year's Day public holidays)Paid gender affirmation leaveFive days both paid reproductive and fertility leave per calendar yearAnnual 3% salary increase each December plus performance-related salary incentivesAttractive salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 PLUS Novated LeasingDiscounted annualMyki public transport passesIndividual learning and professional development opportunities, tailored to your role and career goalsFree annual flu vaccinationsAccess to gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD officeAccess to our Employee Assistance Program, including confidential counselling and access to a range of mental health and wellbeing resources.Other relevant informationIt is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location.
In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community.VLA is committed to putting the safety and wellbeing of children first.Applications close by *****pm on Sunday 6 September ****.No agency applications will be accepted.
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📌 Senior Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner (Melbourne)
🏢 Victoria Legal Aid
📍 Melbourne