Principal Solicitor - Community Legal Centre NSW
Core
Lead the legal practice of a Community Legal Centre serving remote regions of NSW, providing free legal advice, casework, and systemic advocacy to disadvantaged communities.
Role type
Principal Solicitor (Legal Practice Leader)
Builds
Free legal services, community outreach programs, and systemic advocacy initiatives
Domain
Legal services / Social justice / Human rights
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
Australian legal qualification, unrestricted practising certificate, substantial solicitor experience, leadership, practice governance, community engagement, systemic advocacy
Preferred skills
experience in family law, family violence prevention, duty lawyer services
Technologies
N/A
Responsibilities
Provide high-quality legal services to clients experiencing disadvantage, lead and support the legal team, contribute to strategic direction, ensure compliance with funding and risk-management frameworks, deliver legal education and outreach services
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities