Base: $165,865-169,359 py; bonus/equity: not speci...
On-site
Family law litigation
Courtroom advocacy
Care and protection matters
As a Solicitor Advocate (Grade VI) in our Family Law Division, you will conduct complex, high‑stakes family law and care and protection matters, often involving extended hearings
Job Summary
As a Solicitor Advocate (Grade VI) in our Family Law Division, you will conduct complex, high‑stakes family law and care and protection matters, often involving extended hearings.
This is a unique career pathway at Legal Aid NSW that allows senior solicitors to progress and be recognised for their expertise, while focusing on high‑level legal practice.
The roles are predominantly court and office based with flexibility to work from your closest Legal Aid NSW office and access to other flexible work arrangements, subject to approval under the flexible working policy.
Matching Summary
As a Solicitor Advocate (Grade VI) in our Family Law Division, you will conduct complex, high‑stakes family law and care and protection matters, often involving extended hearings.
Salary
Base: $165,865-169,359 pa; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Superannuation and annual leave loading
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Family law litigation
Courtroom advocacy
Care and protection matters
Legal judgment
Mentoring junior staff
Nice-to-have
Persuasive oral advocacy
Ethical practice
Collaborative approach
Transition to the Bar
Key Requirements
Admitted or eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
Unrestricted NSW Practising Certificate
Willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
Registered practitioner of the High Court of Australia
Capacity and willingness to travel
Work Rights
Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency, or valid visa