Impact-Driven Domestic Violence Solicitor

Western Women’s Legal Support; Dubbo; Vor Ort; AUD 90.000 - 110.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Western Women’s Legal Support in Dubbo is seeking a full-time Domestic Violence Solicitor to provide trauma-informed legal advice and representation to women facing domestic and family violence. You will handle protection orders, family law matters, client interviews, risk assessments, and court appearances with a focus on safety and empowerment.

You will manage a busy caseload, collaborate with police, courts, and community services, and contribute to outreach and education to uphold rights and

Qualifikationen

• Admission as Solicitor and current practicing certificate (or eligibility) in Australian jurisdiction.
• Experience in domestic and family violence law, family law, or related areas (child protection or criminal law).
• Strong skills in client interviewing, case assessment, legal research, and drafting of legal documents and correspondence.
• Ability to provide trauma-informed, culturally safe, client-centered services to diverse communities.

Aufgaben

• Conduct client interviews and risk assessments.
• Prepare legal documents and court applications; manage case files.
• Appear in court and tribunals as required and advocate for clients.
• Collaborate with police, courts, and support services to improve safety and outcomes.
• Contribute to community legal education and outreach in the Central West region.

Kenntnisse

Solicitor admission

DV/family law experience

Client interviewing

Case assessment

Legal research

Document drafting

Trauma-informed care

Advocacy skills

Court representation

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Social justice commitment

Not-for-profit experience

Legal software proficiency

Community education

Outreach

Law degree

Ausbildung

Law degree

Tools

Office software

Document management systems

Jobbeschreibung

Western Women’s Legal Support in Dubbo is seeking a full-time Domestic Violence Solicitor to provide trauma-informed legal advice and representation to women facing domestic and family violence. You will handle protection orders, family law matters, client interviews, risk assessments, and court appearances with a focus on safety and empowerment.

You will manage a busy caseload, collaborate with police, courts, and community services, and contribute to outreach and education to uphold rights and