Regional Managing Lawyer - Family Law (Morwell)Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service – Preston VIC$120,000 - $120,000 a yearContract, Full timeHybrid3d ago , from Victorian Aboriginal Legal ServiceEmployment Type: Full time, 12-month fixed-term (strong potential for renewal)Salary: $120,000 + super + salary packagingFlexible Work:Hybrid working arrangementsMake a meaningful difference supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families in the Gippsland region.The Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service (VALS) is seeking an experienced legal practitioner to lead regional family law services.
This senior role combines complex legal casework with team leadership, community connection, and culturally safe practice.About VALSVALS is Victoria's only specialist Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisation delivering culturally safe legal and support services across the state.Our work spans child protection, family violence, family law, criminal law, youth justice, civil law and human rights, alongside wrap-around community programs and advocacy.About the RoleThis is a pivotal leadership role responsible for delivering and overseeing high-quality family law services in the Gippsland region.You will:Deliver high‐quality casework in child protection, family violence and family lawProvide urgent and after‐hours legal assistance as requiredSupervise and support Client Service OfficersBuild strong partnerships with Aboriginal community organisations, Victoria Legal Aid and local servicesDevelop and maintain a strong working relationship with the Client Support Officer including: day to day direction, and maintaining a joint understanding of clients legal and non legal needs through weekly assessment meetings.In close conjunction with the CSO, build strong partnerships with Aboriginal community organisations,



Victoria Legal Aid and local servicesContribute to community legal education and practice developmentLead a positive, inclusive and high‐performing team cultureAbout YouYou are a confident and values-driven legal professional with a commitment to culturally safe practice.You will bring:Admission (or eligibility) as a legal practitioner with an unrestricted practising certificateMinimum 4 years PAE in child protection, family violence and family lawStrong advocacy skills and experience in urgent and complex mattersExperience supervising or mentoring staffDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively within a regional office, including with other teams where client need has been identified.Excellent communication skills and the ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal communitiesCommitment to VALS values and understanding of the issues facing Aboriginal people in VictoriaWe offer:Hybrid working arrangements5 additional days of leave per year on top of the standard 20 daysGenerous salary packaging up to $15,*******% Leave LoadingA holistic 24/7 Employee Assistance Program (EAP) via SonderVictoria's only specialist legal and support service dedicated to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.Work in a culturally secure, community-controlled setting driven by respect and self‐determination.Access opportunities for development, collaboration and meaningful community engagement.Inclusive workplace welcoming Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ communities, people with disability and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.Mandatory checks: Working with Children Check, Driver Licence, Police Check, proof of work rights.VALS strongly encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIASB+ communities and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Recruitment adjustments are available on request
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📌 Regional Managing Lawyer - Family Law (Morwell) (Melbourne)
🏢 Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service
📍 Melbourne