CareerPlan

Legal Practitioner; Solicitor – Family Law – ATSILS CAIRNS

Cairns, QueenslandFull-time2026-08-28 → 2026-10-22
On-site

Core

Provide comprehensive legal services in Family Law, Domestic Violence, and Child Protection advocacy to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities in Queensland.

Role type

Legal Practitioner (Solicitor) specializing in Family Law and Child Protection

Builds

Legal advocacy and representation for vulnerable community members

Domain

Legal services / Social justice / Indigenous community support

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

Family law expertise, Domestic violence advocacy, Child protection advocacy, Cultural competence, Complex case management

Preferred skills

Experience as Independent Children's Lawyer, Separate Representative

Technologies

Legal research databases, Case management systems

Responsibilities

Engage directly with clients daily, manage own workflows, provide advocacy in Family Law and Child Protection cases, develop culturally competent service skills

Seniority

Mid-level (3+ years experience)