- Walk alongside communities to protect culture, connection and family!
- Balance busy caseloads with meaningful advocacy and client support.
- $129,490 - $138,491 + super + salary packaging + $5000 allowance for Moree!

Job: 1694365 | Full-Time | Fixed-Term (12 Months) | Dubbo or Moree | $129,490 - $138,491 (Based on Experience) Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Aboriginal Legal Service (ALS) was established in a critical act of self-determination over 50 years ago as part of the Aboriginal rights protest movement. We provide high-quality, culturally secure legal and support services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people throughout NSW and the ACT, and fight for social justice and equity for our communities.

Your Impact

As a valued member of the ACFAS Program, you’ll deliver high-quality, culturally safe legal advice, advocacy and representation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families navigating the child protection system. Through expert casework, community engagement and collaboration, you’ll uphold justice, strengthen families and help create brighter futures. Each day, you will:

- Deliver culturally safe legal advice, advocacy and representation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families navigating child protection and family law matters.
- Manage complex caseloads, prepare legal documents, represent clients in court and alternative dispute resolution, and provide referrals to appropriate support services.
- Maintain effective case management, accurate records and compliance with legal obligations, ALS policies and professional standards.
- Build strong relationships with Aboriginal communities, stakeholders and partner organisations through outreach, community legal education and collaborative service delivery.




- Maintain current legal knowledge, contribute to law reform and continuous improvement, and identify opportunities to enhance service delivery.
- Support team development through collaboration, mentoring junior solicitors where appropriate, ongoing professional development and a commitment to culturally respectful practice.

Your Story & Strengths You are a skilled and passionate Intermediate Solicitor who delivers high-quality, culturally safe legal services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families. You bring strong legal expertise, a deep respect for culture and community, and a commitment to justice, advocacy and creating brighter futures. Key strengths include:

- Hold a current NSW Practising Certificate with at least three years’ experience in child protection, care and protection, family law or a related legal practice.
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of relevant legislation, legal procedures and court processes, with the ability to provide high-quality legal advice, advocacy and representation.
- Show a genuine commitment to social justice and access to justice, with an understanding of the legal and social challenges affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Demonstrate excellent communication, legal research, analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and work autonomously and collaboratively.
- Respect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures,



values and practices, and demonstrate a commitment to culturally safe, community-informed legal service delivery.
- Hold an unrestricted NSW/ACT driver’s licence and hold or be eligible to obtain a Working with Children/Vulnerable People Check and National Police Check.

Our Journey Together At ALS, you’ll find a career that truly matters, one where your work has purpose and impact every day. We are proud to offer a supportive and rewarding environment with a range of generous benefits, including:

- Enjoy the perks of our annual $5000 area allowance for being part of our Moree team!
- Not-for-profit salary packaging to reduce your tax burden, which means you get to keep more of your hard-earned money in your pocket.
- Annual leave loading of 17.5%, ensuring that you are rewarded for your time off and can enjoy a well-deserved break.
- Career and professional development opportunities.

Caring for Community & You To protect the communities we serve, we are committed to upholding the highest standards of safe recruitment practices. Therefore, it is essential that candidates either possess or have the capacity to obtain a current and valid National Police Check, Working with Children (NSW) or Working with Vulnerable People (ACT) check for this role. ALS is committed to equal opportunity and cultural safety in recruitment for all candidates. If you identify as a person with a disability and need any adjustments or support throughout the recruitment process, please contact our Talent Team at [email protected] - we will work with you to ensure an accessible and supportive experience.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

📌 Intermediate Solicitor (Care & Protection/Family Law Practice) (Dubbo)
🏢 Aboriginal Legal Service
📍 Dubbo