Lawyer, First Advice Contact Team

Legal Aid; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 125,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

36.25 hour week

Generous salary packaging

Employer super contributions 12.75%

Flexible working hours

Study leave for approved work-related

Job summary

Legal Aid Queensland is seeking an experienced Lawyer to join the First Advice Contact Team in Brisbane. You will provide high-quality legal information and advice to vulnerable Queenslanders across phone, videoconference and face-to-face channels.

You will prepare letters, submissions, and connect clients with support services, while supporting colleagues and contributing to law reform and service delivery initiatives that improve access to justice.

Qualifications

• Qualified lawyer with ability to advise across family, criminal and civil law.
• Capable of providing clear, evidence-based written submissions and letters.
• Demonstrates trauma-informed communication and client-centred service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal information and advice to vulnerable clients.
• Prepare letters and submissions and connect clients with right support services.
• Build relationships with stakeholders across the justice system.

Skills

Legal knowledge

Client communication

Trauma-informed practice

Independent advisory

Education

Law degree (LLB)

Tools

Legal research tools

Job description

# Lawyer, First Advice Contact Team**Legal Aid** (Organisation site) BrisbaneLegal Aid Queensland are seeking an experienced Lawyer to join the First Advice Contact Team and deliver high quality legal information and advice services to vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders.## Job details| | || --- | --- || Position status | Permanent || Position type | Full-time || Occupational group | Justice & Legal || Classification | PO4 || Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City || Job ad reference | QLD/705863 || Closing date | 12-Nov-2026 || Yearly salary | $124629 - $134021 || Job duration | || Contact person | Leeann Hall || Contact details | 07 3917 0731 Access the National Relay Service |**About Legal Aid Queensland**Legal Aid Queensland's vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights. Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.We embrace diversity, flexibility, learning and continuous improvement to deliver quality legal services. The work is challenging but rewarding - and that is why staff wellbeing and work/life balance are a top priority for us.**About the role**In this rewarding role, you will deliver high-quality legal advice and practical assistance to clients across Queensland, helping people navigate complex legal issues and understand their options.Working across phone, videoconference and face-to-face channels, you will provide clear advice, prepare letters and submissions, connect clients with the right support services, and build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the justice system.You will also play an important part in supporting and guiding colleagues, contributing to merit assessments for grants of aid, and helping shape legal resources, policy, law reform and service delivery initiatives that improve access to justice.**About you**We're looking for a lawyer who brings strong legal capability, sound judgement and a commitment to client-centred service. This role would suit someone who has knowledge of the practice and procedure of family, criminal and/or civil law and can independently provide legal information and advice in these areas.You will also bring:* knowledge of relevant legal practice, procedure and ethical standards;* clear, concise and articulate communication skills;* the ability to prepare comprehensive, evidence-based written submissions, documents and resources; and* the ability to tailor your communication style to different audiences, including clients with complex needs, using trauma-informed practice principlesFind out more about the role and how to apply in the attached role description.As a member of the Legal Aid Queensland Community, you will receive:* A 36.25 hour working week (full time hours)* Generous salary packaging* Employer super contributions of 12.75%* Flexible working hours* Study leave for approved work-related courses.Find out more about working in Legal Aid Queensland here: https://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/About-us/Careers## Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.## DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.* Position description - PO4 Lawyer (FACT) (PDF, 223KB) Role Description LAQ Applicant information kit (PDF, 3.13MB) Information Package for Applicants