Are you an experienced lawyer looking for meaningful work that creates real impact?
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Seniors Rights Victoria, a specialist community legal service within COTA Victoria, is seeking a Senior Community Lawyer to help protect and advance the rights of older Victorians experiencing elder abuse. This role combines client advocacy, legal representation, mentoring, community education and systemic advocacy.
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About the Role
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You'll provide high-quality legal advice, casework and representation to older people experiencing elder abuse, working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. You'll also contribute to law reform, community education and mentoring junior lawyers.
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About You
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- A current practising certificate (or eligibility to obtain one in Victoria)
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- At least 4 years' post-admission experience
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- Experience in elder law, family violence, guardianship, powers of attorney, property law or related areas
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- Strong advocacy and communication skills
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- A commitment to social justice and the rights of older people
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- Experience mentoring or supporting junior staff is highly regarded
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Why Join Us?
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- Meaningful work that improves the lives of older Victorians
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- Supportive and collaborative workplace culture
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- Opportunity to influence systemic change and law reform
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- Salary packaging advantages
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- Flexible part-time arrangement (22.8 hours per week)
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About COTA Victoria
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COTA Victoria is the leading not-for-profit organisation representing the interests and rights of older Victorians. Through Seniors Rights Victoria, we provide specialist legal services, advocacy and support to prevent and respond to elder abuse.
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Join us and help ensure older Victorians can live with dignity, independence and respect.
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Classification: SCHADS Award Level 6
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Location: St Kilda Road, Melbourne
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Position: Permanent Part-Time (0.6 FTE), subject to funding.
📌 Senior Community Lawyer (Victoria)
🏢 COTA Victoria
📍 Victoria
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