Job Description

Lawyer - Family Law and Domestic and Family Violence n

Caxton Community Legal Centre's purpose is to promote and protect human rights in Queensland through access to justice. Caxtonprovidesfree information, legalassistance,advocacyandsocial supportin relation to a broad range of legal issues forpeople living in theGreater Brisbane Region andStatewide.Priority is given to peoplewho experiencedisadvantage,traumaand marginalisation,and whohave limitedcapability toself-advocate.Caxtonundertakes community education, engages in law and systemsreformand publishes legal information on a range oftopicsin theonlineQueensland Law Handbook.Find out more at

ABOUT CAXTON n

Caxton Community Legal Centre's purpose is to promote and protect human rights in Queensland through access to justice. Caxtonprovidesfree information, legalassistance,advocacyandsocial supportin relation to a broad range of legal issues forpeople living in theGreater Brisbane Region andStatewide.Priority is given to peoplewho experiencedisadvantage,traumaand marginalisation,and whohave limitedcapability toself-advocate.Caxtonundertakes community education, engages in law and systemsreformand publishes legal information on a range oftopicsin theonlineQueensland Law Handbook.Find out more at

The Role - An chance to make a difference n

We are seeking a Lawyer (unrestricted) to join our multidisciplinary team of lawyers and social workers, providing clients with holistic and integrated legal support.

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Thisisa full-time and permanent rol e, available for immediate start.

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The role includes:

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- Family Law casework and trial work
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- Domestic and Family Violence case work and representation at hearings
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- Being rostered on as family law duty lawyer at the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, including court appearances
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- Representation at Family Dispute Resolution conferences
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- Being rostered on as DFV duty lawyer for respondents at the Brisbane Magistrates Court, following accreditation as a domestic and family violence duty lawyer
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This is an outstanding opportunity for a family lawyer with two to three years’ post-admission experience who is looking to develop their advocacy skills and broaden their expertise. The position will be particularly rewarding for candidates considering a future career at the Bar or aspiring to practise as an Independent Children’s Lawyer.

Remuneration and Benefits n

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- A supportive and inclusive workplace
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- Level 5 under the SCHADS Awardsplusabove award entitlements
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- $119,039.42 per annum (inclusive of superannuation)
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- Christmasshutdownleavein addition to 4 weeks annual leave
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- First Nations staff entitled toacolonial loadingpayment of4%on top of their base salary
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- 35-hour weekof workpaid at38-hour week rate(pro rata)
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- Flexibleworkarrangementsavailable
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- 12.75% employer superannuationcontribution
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- Excellenttax-free salary packingoptions available(up to $15,900)
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ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES nn
- Apply well-developed knowledge of family law and domestic and family violence law to deliver high-quality casework and trial work across the relevant programs, as well as rostered duty lawyer services.
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- Collaborate with social workers to provide holistic, client-centred services to a diverse range of clients within a human rights framework.
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- Deliver community legal education, build sector relationships, participate in professional networks, and contribute to law and policy reform.
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Essential requirements nn
- Demonstrated experience in family law and domestic and family violence law
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- Bachelor of Laws
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- Eligible for admission as a legal practitioner of the Supreme Court of Queensland
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- Current Unrestricted Practising Certificate
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- Ability to complete the Legal Aid Queensland domestic and family violence duty lawyer accreditation
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📌 Lawyer - Family Law and Domestic and Family Violence (Queensland)
🏢 Caxton Legal Centre
📍 Queensland