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.
Our ATSILS Mount Isa Office seeks a Criminal Law Legal Practitioner with a keen interest in social justice. We are one of Queensland's largest legal practices.
About the Role
Opportunity for extensive court work abounds
- Advocacy opportunity in variety of Courts including opportunity for circuit work, youth jurisdiction, and to develop hearings capacity;
- Manage your own 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 Workforce Development Strategy, much of which is self-paced;
- Attractive salary, generous benefits, plus annual remote allowance of $10,000 is offered to secure service continuity and community relationships. ATSILS-provided share-housing may suit some candidates.
About you
- Must be admitted as a Legal Practitioner within the State of Queensland and be the holder of (or be eligible for immediate acquisition of) a current Practising Certificate;
- Demonstrate a high level of professional service in all aspects of Criminal Law - within both adult and youth jurisdictions;
- Hold a current Driver Licence and be willing to drive for work (essential);
- Have a minimum of two years' full-time post-admission experience, resilience for a range of complex work and ability to develop culturally sensitive service skills.
Salaryscope is indicative only and is subject to negotiation.
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Criminal Solicitor - Legal Practitioner - Lawyer employer: Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (QLD) Ltd
ATSILS Cairns Office is an exceptional employer that champions social justice while providing a supportive and family-friendly work environment. With flexible hours and a focus on meaningful court work across diverse jurisdictions, employees are encouraged to grow professionally without the stress of billable hours. The office culture fosters collaboration and community engagement, making it an ideal place for passionate legal practitioners committed to making a difference.
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (QLD) Ltd Recruitment Team
