Senior Generalist Solicitor - Access to Justice & HJP

Elmo; Swan Hill; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

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Job summary

Mallee Family Care is seeking an experienced Senior - Generalist Solicitor to join their dynamic Legal Team focusing on access to justice issues, social justice and human rights. The MFC CLC serves the Northern and Southern Mallee of Victoria and South West New South Wales, offering free, confidential legal advice, information, referral and casework.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in the Health Justice Partnership, addressing needs of vulnerable community

Qualifications

• Must hold an unrestricted Practicing Certificate in Victoria.
• Admission as a legal practitioner in Victoria with at least 3 years post-admission experience.
• Driver's licence and willingness to travel, with overnight stays if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide free, confidential legal advice, information, referral and casework across a range of issues.
• Collaborate within the Health Justice Partnership multidisciplinary team to support clients.
• Engage in community legal education and law reform activities.

Skills

Unrestricted Practicing Certificate

Admission in Victoria

Post Admission Experience 3+ years

Job description

Mallee Family Care is seeking an experienced Senior - Generalist Solicitor to join their dynamic Legal Team focusing on access to justice issues, social justice and human rights. The MFC CLC serves the Northern and Southern Mallee of Victoria and South West New South Wales, offering free, confidential legal advice, information, referral and casework.

The role emphasizes collaboration with a multidisciplinary team in the Health Justice Partnership, addressing needs of vulnerable community