Paralegal (Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Identified)

Aboriginal Legal Service; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging up to $15,900

Leave loading 17.5%

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Aboriginal Legal Service in Dubbo, NSW, is seeking a proactive paralegal to support the Care and Protection/Family Law Practice. In this fixed-term role, you’ll assist solicitors, prepare matters for hearings, and liaise with clients, courts, and agencies to help deliver culturally safe legal services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

You’ll conduct legal research, draft documents, maintain files and records, and provide admin and secretarial support.

Qualifications

• Formal paralegal qualifications or current Law Degree in progress.
• Strong knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and support services.
• Ability to research, draft, and prepare court filings with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level paralegal support to solicitors, including legal research, drafting documents, and preparing matters for hearings.
• Assist with court matters, client interviews, file reviews, and preparation of applications and affidavits.
• Liaise with clients, courts, government and non-government agencies, and other legal professionals.
• Maintain accurate files, databases, and statistical records while ensuring confidentiality.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support including document prep and general office tasks.
• Work collaboratively to deliver culturally respectful service delivery to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients.

Skills

Paralegal support

Legal research

Drafting documents

Case preparation for hearings

Client liaison

File and records management

Administrative support

Education

Formal paralegal qualification

Law degree in progress

Job description

Job: 1625033 | Full-Time & Part-Time Available | Fixed-Term (12-Months) | Dubbo, NSW | $37.80 - $47.91 per hour (Based on Experience)

This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position which is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

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 safe 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 Care and Protection/Family Law Practice, you will play a key role in supporting the ACFAS team. In this role, you will assist solicitors to deliver high-quality, culturally respectful legal support to Aboriginal clients and their families. Every day, you’ll help ensure cases are prepared, clients are supported, and justice is accessible for community. Each day, you will:

• Provide high-level paralegal support to solicitors, including legal research, drafting documents, and preparing matters for hearings.
• Assist with court matters, client interviews, file reviews, and preparation of applications, affidavits, and other legal documents.
• Liaise with clients, courts, government and non-government agencies, and other legal professionals.
• Maintain accurate files, databases, and statistical records, ensuring compliance with practice standards and confidentiality requirements.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support including document preparation, correspondence, and general office support.
• Work collaboratively with the team while supporting culturally respectful service delivery to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and communities.

Your Story & Strengths:

With respect and pride, you’ll walk alongside community, with a deep understanding of cultural, social, and historical needs. You’re committed to standing up for justice, supporting mob with care, and helping reduce cultural load and bring these values and strengths:

• Be a proud Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person, recognised and accepted by your community.
• Formal paralegal qualifications or currently undertaking a Law Degree.
• Strong knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander support, referral and community services within the Care and Protection system.
• Ability to deliver Community Legal Education and build effective relationships with government and non-government organisations.
• Strong research, problem-solving, communication and administrative skills, with the ability to work independently and use relevant technology.
• Demonstrated cultural knowledge and respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, with a current NSW/ACT driver’s licence and required background and child-safety checks.

Our Journey Together

At ALS, you can discover a fulfilling career that truly makes an impact in the community. We also offer our staff a range of generous benefits including:

• Not-for-profit salary packaging, helping you make the most out of your salary by offering up to $15,900 annually to minimise your tax and maximise your net income.
• 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) 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 ******@alsnswact.org.au - we will work with you to ensure an accessible and supportive experience.

Additional information

• Be the support mob needs and leave a lasting impact in the community!
• Research cases, prep files, and help keep court days running smoothly.
• $37.80 - $47.91 per hour + super + salary packaging & leave loading!