Legal Practitioner; Solicitor - Civil Law

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Admitted as a Legal Practitioner in QLD; eligible for a current Practising Certificate in Supreme Court of QLD and High.
Minimum 3 years full-time civil law experience across a full casework portfolio (e.g., employment support, succession, E
Current Driver Licence and willingness to drive for work (essential).

Role Type

On-site
Permanent
Full-time
Associate

Pay Rate

$91,000 AUD – $140,000 AUD (Annum)

ATSILS QLD LTD is a leading not-for-profit organisation dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Queensland. Since our inception in 1972, we have grown to operate 24 offices strategically positioned throughout the state, supporting our mission to uphold justice and human rights.

Benefits of working for ATSILS: (but not limited to)

Competitive Salaries
Opportunity to Salary Sacrifice
Career Growth Opportunities
Supported Learning and Development

Role Purpose

Our Maroochydore Office are currently seeking an experienced Civil Law Legal Practitione r with a strong interest in social justice. As one of Queensland’s largest legal practices, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Opportunity like this is unusual!

Manage your own intake and workflows without billable hours;
Enjoy flexible working hours, a family-friendly work environment, generous packaging with salary sacrificing only available to public beneficiary organisations like us; add super and extra benefits;
Take advantage of our free CPD facilities and dynamic Workforce Development Strategy;
Enjoy working in a collegial team environment.

About You

Must be admitted as a Legal Practitioner within the State of Queensland with a minimum of 3 years experience (or be eligible for immediate acquisition of) a current Practising Certificate and be admitted as a Legal Practitioner or Barrister of the Supreme Court of Queensland and the Australian High Court.
Demonstrate a high level of professional service or capacity in a wide range of Civil Law matters (across a full portfolio of casework including general Civil Law matters;
Employment support i.e. Blue Card advocacy, Succession, Tenancy matters, Domestic Violence, Wills and Estates, Anti-discrimination);
Hold a current Driver Licence and be willing to drive for work (essential);
Ideally have, a minimum of three years’ full-time experience, resilience for a range of complex work, and ability to develop culturally proficient service skills;
Be technically adept in work in working both workplace and flexible locations.

Key Responsibilities

In this role, you will engage directly with clients daily, honing your advocacy skills within a busy team. You will have the autonomy to manage your own workflows without the pressure of billable hours, allowing for a healthy work-life balance. Enjoy flexible working hours and a family-friendly atmosphere, along with generous salary packaging options exclusive to public beneficiary organisations, plus superannuation and additional benefits. We also provide access to free Continuing Professional Development (CPD) facilities and a comprehensive Workforce Development Strategy.

We will interview promptly and look to candidates who can commence ASAP.

Company Overview

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (Qld) Ltd – (ATSILS), is a community-based legal assistance organisation established in 1972 to advance and protect the legal and human rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.