Job Description
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This position is Permanent Full time, but a Temporary appointment may be considered for the right applicant.
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Reimbursement or payment of relocation costs may be considered on appointment of successful applicant in accordance with the Transfer and Appointment Expenses Directive *****
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Key Details n
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This position is Permanent Full time, but a Temporary appointment may be considered for the right applicant.
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Reimbursement or payment of relocation costs may be considered on appointment of successful applicant in accordance with the Transfer and Appointment Expenses Directive *****
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The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following: n
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Represent clients, including preparing matters, instructing counsel and personally appearing as an advocate in family law, domestic and family violence, child protection and related matters.
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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.
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Provide duty lawyer services, legal information, advice and referrals.
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Help the Principal Lawyer to guide and develop the legal skills of staff within the team, Legal Aid Queensland staff state-wide and external practitioners.
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Provide advice on and contribute to changes in policies, procedures and systems, and undertake operational reporting requirements, as required.
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Develop and provide continuing professional development to Legal Aid Queensland staff and preferred suppliers and contribute to community legal education of external stakeholders.
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Contribute to submissions and support the Principal Lawyer and directorate to lead Legal Aid Queensland's contributions to policy, procedure, law reform and legal service delivery initiatives.
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Help maintain networks with relevant external stakeholders.
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Contribute to operational and team planning and suggest improvements to work practices.
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About You n
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You have knowledge and experience in preparing, representing and advocating in a diverse range of matters including complex family law, domestic and family violence, child protection and related matters.
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You have knowledge of and comply with the practice and procedure of the relevant areas of law and ethical standards.
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You communicate in a clear, concise and articulate manner, offer convincing rationale, negotiate persuasively and have the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders including clients with complex needs using the principles of trauma informed practice.
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What We Offer You n
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Generous salary packaging
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5 weeks leave per year
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***** hrs per week (full time hours)
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*****% employer super contributions
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Versatile working hours
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Study leave for approved work-related courses.
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Locality Allowance
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Justice & Legal
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📌 Senior Family Lawyer (Mt Isa) (Cloncurry)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Cloncurry