Lawyer - Family (Mackay), Legal Aid

About Legal Aid QueenslandAre you an experienced family lawyer? In this role you will utilise your legal expertise to support vulnerable and disadvantaged Queenslanders. This role plays an important role in the state's justice system, providing specialist services in child support, child protection, domestic violence, social work, dispute resolution and family law matters.What you will do Represent clients including preparing matters, instructing counsel and personally appearing as an advocate in family law and related mattersAs necessary, provide duty lawyer services and legal information advice to clients and the publicHelp and guide staff within the team and Legal Aid Queensland staff state- wide regarding family law matters About you: The successful candidate will have Experience in the conduct of family law and related mattersKnowledge of the practice and procedure of family and related lawsThe ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, contribute to team planning and suggest improvements in work practices What we can offer you 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)12.75% employer super contributionsGenerous salary packaging availableStudy leave for approved work-related courses. Interested?If this opportunity sounds right for you, see the full position description below for how to apply now for your chance to make a positive impact and work for a supportive organisation that makes a difference.