Solicitor - Family Law, Restraining Orders and Criminal Injuries

Midlas; City Of Swan; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A community legal centre in Western Australia is seeking a Solicitor to provide Family Law and Family Violence services. This role requires experience in family law, the ability to draft legal documents, and strong communication skills. Ideal candidates will contribute to community education and need a current Legal Practice Certificate. Join a supportive team culture with opportunities for growth.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration

Salary packaging tax benefits

Flexible workplace culture

Employee Assistance Program

Career opportunities

Qualifications

• Current Legal Practice Certificate issued by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia required.
• Unrestricted driver’s license and reliable vehicle is necessary.
• Current satisfactory National Police clearance certificate needed.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on family law matters.
• Drafting legal documents as required.
• Providing Court Representation.
• Advising clients on restraining order matters.
• Assisting clients in lodging applications for criminal injuries compensation.

Skills

Experience in family law

High quality legal drafting skills

Thorough research capabilities

Experience managing legal files

Strong communication skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Education

Current Legal Practice Certificate

Working with Children Check

Unrestricted driver’s license

National Police clearance certificate

Job description

Solicitor - Family Law, Restraining Orders and Criminal Injuries

Employer: Midlas

Work Type: Fixed Term to 30 June 2027, Full Time

Sector: Not For Profit (NFP)

Salary: SCHADS Award Level 6-8 (depending on experience): $100,783 - $129,205 per annum plus 12% superannuation and salary sacrificing

Midlas is a not-for-profit Community Legal Centre with offices in Midland and Ellenbrook that supports eligible clients in the north east Perth region with legal services, disability advocacy, financial counselling, tenancy advocacy, and information and referrals.

About You

Midlas is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Solicitor to join our team. Working with Midlas’ Legal Services, the Solicitor will provide advice and assistance to deliver services as part of our Family Law and Family Violence Legal Services. We are open to both Junior and Senior applicants.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on family law matters.
• Drafting legal documents as required.
• Providing Court Representation.
• Advising clients on restraining order matters.
• Advising clients in relation to criminal injuries compensation matters; assisting clients to lodge applications for criminal injuries compensation.
• Providing Community Legal Education.
• Assisting senior solicitors and legal services team with complex legal matters.
• Co‑locating/outreach at partner sites including health, community, aged care facilities and other highly regulated environments.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration.
• Salary packaging tax benefits.
• Flexible workplace culture.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Strong values‑based and for‑purpose organisation.
• Growing organisation with great career opportunities.
• Work in a caring & collaborative team environment supporting community.

Required Education / Licences / Certificates

• Current Legal Practice Certificate issued by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia.
• Unrestricted driver’s license and reliable vehicle.
• Current satisfactory National Police clearance certificate (no older than 3 months from the issue date) and ongoing renewal every 2 years at employee’s expense.
• Working with Children Check.

Relevant Experience, Skills, Knowledge & Personal Attributes

• Experience in family law, restraining orders or criminal injuries compensation matters.
• High quality legal drafting skills.
• Ability to thoroughly research complex issues using legislation, case law, rulings and commentary.
• Experience drafting Family Court documents.
• Experience managing legal files.
• Highly developed written and interpersonal communication skills and ability to effectively engage with a diverse range of clients.
• Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively, manage workload and set priorities.
• Commitment to principles of social justice and providing exceptional client service.
• Proficiency in MS Office and client database management systems.

How to Apply

Provide your updated and current CV.

Provide a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria.

Shortlisting will commence immediately and we reserve the right to close the position without notice.

Applications that fail to address all of the above will not be considered.

Previous applicants need not re‑apply.

Only suitable candidates will be contacted if shortlisted.

Unsolicited resumes and contact from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Before an offer of employment can be made, a Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance not older than 3 months and current unrestricted driver’s license must be submitted.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background and people of all ages. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people.